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Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809 Propposals for Building

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.08389 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph document Date: circa 1795-1806 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 23.6 cm, Width: 26.8 cm Order a Copy

Appears to be in Jackson's hand. This document seems to be an estimate a builder gave Jackson to construct 4-story houses for Henry Knox in Maine. Each house is to have a 32 foot front and be 48 feet deep. Gives an estimate of £300 per house. Wants £126 per month for provisions. Is willing to have $200 paid every quarter.

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

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