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Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07507 Author/Creator: Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806 Place Written: St. George's, Bermuda Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 February 1801 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; 22.2 x 18.3 cm. Order a Copy

Appears to be seeking help from Knox in finding employment. Discusses being ill and other misfortunes his family has suffered. Notes he has had to depend on his brother for help and seeks any type of employment where he can use his skills.

Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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