Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09317 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Letter Date: 22 July 1791 Pagination: 1 p. ; 25.5 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy
Later copy of original. Asks Knox for his opinion on the abilities and talents of Colonel Joseph Halberstam and John Houston. Says he may consider Houston for a seat as an Associate Judge on the Surpeme Court. Washington asks for Knox opinion of these two Georgia politicians less than one month after visiting Savanah and meeting with both men. Marked "Confidential." With note along left edge "Recd from late Henry Knox Thatcher Aug 8, 1855 by mail."
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