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Winslow, Isaac, 1736-1806 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09164 Author/Creator: Winslow, Isaac, 1736-1806 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 7, 1787 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; Height: 22.5 cm, Width: 18.2 cm Order a Copy

Writes that per Knox's request, he has asked Mr. [Edward H.] Robbins for advice about paying taxes on the Waldo patent lands, and Mr. Robbins suggests that they "rest quiet" until payment is demanded. Provides other advice from Mr. Robbins. Also discusses Mr. [William] Wetmore's claims on the lands, as well as dealings with Captain Hall and Captain Stone.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Winslow, Isaac, 1763-1806
Wetmore, William, 1749-1830
Robbins, Edward H. (Edward Hutchinson), 1758-1837

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