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Stevens, Ebenezer, 1751-1823 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07654 Author/Creator: Stevens, Ebenezer, 1751-1823 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 November 1801 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket ; 24.4 x 19.6 cm. Order a Copy

Discusses the lime business, says he believes there is a need for lime in his town. Goes on to further discuss aspects of the lime business. Believes it would be to Knox's advantage to visit them where they could discuss the business further.

Stevens, Ebenezer, 1751-1823
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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