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Gleason, John, fl. 1796-1811 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07212 Author/Creator: Gleason, John, fl. 1796-1811 Place Written: Montpelier, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 December 1798 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; Height: 24.5 cm, Width: 19.4 cm Order a Copy

John Gleason discusses with Knox the cargos of Brigs William and General Wayne. Gleason explains the arrangements he will make to access and pay for the cargo [of lumber].

Gleason, John, Jr., 1758-1822
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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