Cobb, David, 1748-1830 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06831 Author/Creator: Cobb, David, 1748-1830 Place Written: Gouldsboro, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 27 September 1796 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket ; Height: 22.6 cm, Width: 17.9 cm Order a Copy
Has recently arrived at Gouldsboro after departing from Knox's house. Reports that the settlers in his town are happy with the town they chose, and discusses his attempts to hire a surveyor and complete a survey of the region. Considers the unfortunate status of the logging business in Gouldsboro, as well as other local matters.
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