Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 George Washington
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07342 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: Thomaston, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 December 1799 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; Height: 24.4 cm, Width: 20.1 cm Order a Copy
Introduces Rufus Davenport, a Boston merchant, to Washington. Writes that he, "like myriads of others, cannot die in peace, nor live with satisfaction, until they see you, who has done so much for them and for their Country!" Briefly discusses news regarding his estate in Maine and his family. Unaware of Washington's death on 14 December 1799, Knox closes the letter "I pray fervently that your days on earth may be days of felicity without clouds sickness or sorrow." Includes a blank partial piece of paper (does not appear to have been part of this letter). Letterpress copy.
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