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Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06336 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 1, 1795 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 29 cm, Width: 20.3 cm Order a Copy

Expresses disappointment that Knox will not be in Boston but states that "to clear the way for you I have settled with nearly all Mr. F.s creditors - " most likely referring to some money owed. Discusses land business. Gives his love to David.

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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