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Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05847 Author/Creator: Lewis, William, fl. 1784-1800 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 March 1793 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 21 cm, Width: 16.5 cm Order a Copy

Says the action brought by the United States against William Duer is set for trial on 11 April. Wants to be informed about the bail and the trial, if a defense is made. Also would like Knox to write to Duer to get as much information as possible.

Lewis, William, fl. 1786-1800
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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