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Hill, William, fl. 1789-1796 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06721 Author/Creator: Hill, William, fl. 1789-1796 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 April 1796 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; Height: 25.3 cm, Width: 20.3 cm Order a Copy

Writes that he must bring a lawsuit against Knox because he is the endorser of a note of William Bingham's. Declares that he has always respected Knox, but believes Bingham's behavior to be "shameful," having "not paid the least regard to his word, or promise." Explains his attempts to collect payment and Bingham's refusal to pay. Assures Knox that all attempts will be made to carry on this suit in a respectful, dignified manner.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Hill, William, fl. 1789-1796
Bingham, William, 1752-1804

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