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Dutton, Samuel E., fl. 1803-1805 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07784 Author/Creator: Dutton, Samuel E., fl. 1803-1805 Place Written: Hallowell, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 29, 1803 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket ; Height: 22.5 cm, Width: 18.1 cm Order a Copy

Written from Hallowell, possibly in Maine. Would have visited Knox in Boston if weather permitted; however, due to the snow, he is happy to send Knox a letter. Cannot write a long letter because he is short on paper. Reports on dairies in a region of Knox's lands, and discusses taxation affecting Knox's lands. Also includes a bill for his services, and asks Knox politely if he could pay soon, as he is "poor."

Dutton, Samuel E., fl. 1803-1805
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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