Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Henry Jackson
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05916 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 August 1793 Pagination: 3 p. ; 36.5 x 22.5 cm. Order a Copy
Encloses a draft of a petition for a remission of the tax of 1786, which was for £437.10. Asks Jackson to consult Sullivan and Dane on the issue. Says the Winslows must also sign it. Gives him instructions on what to do depending on their reactions. Stresses he does not want him to sell land to pay taxes. Asks about his house. Letterpress copy.
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