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Stevens, Ebenezer, 1751-1823 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06677 Author/Creator: Stevens, Ebenezer, 1751-1823 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 March 1796 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 32.8 x 19.8 cm. Order a Copy

Encloses a letter (not present) by Mr. McCombs regarding the purchase of lime from Knox, and its delivery to his house in the east end of Long Island. Touches on the price of the lime and the arrangements they must make. See GLC02437.06665 about the same topic.

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