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Wilson, Life, fl. 1799-1800 Agreement

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07480 Author/Creator: Wilson, Life, fl. 1799-1800 Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript document signed Date: 31 October 1800 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 32.6 x 19.7 Order a Copy

Agreement between Knox and Life Wilson. Wilson will take care of the saw mills, grist mills, locks, and canals in Warren County. Wilson is also in charge the employees of the these mills. They agree to split the shares of the grist mill. Knox agrees to pay Wilson $25 a month for his services.

Wilson, Life, fl. 1799-1800
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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