Dane, Nathan, 1752-1835 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07230 Author/Creator: Dane, Nathan, 1752-1835 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 January 1799 Pagination: 3 p. ; 30.2 x 18.2 cm. Order a Copy
Dane discusses a proposition Knox offered him the day before. Dane details the provisions of the propositions of "Mr. Thorndike." Dane lists the finances and land purchase opportunities related to this matter, mentioning Henry Jackson and Benjamin Lincoln. Dane wants to make sure there would be security in this transaction. Knox is offering some of his land as security.
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