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Rynier, John, fl. 1797-1802 to Henry Knox [incomplete]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.08203 Author/Creator: Rynier, John, fl. 1797-1802 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: circa 1797-1802 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 30.1 cm, Width: 18 cm Order a Copy

Informs Knox of his efforts to find sheep and that many are suffering from rot and dying nasty deaths. Mentions the possibility of finding more oxen if Knox needs them and discusses business relating to several other crops and goods such as salt, fish, rye and potatoes.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Rynier, John, fl. 1797-1802

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