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Gleason, John (fl. 1796-1811) to David Packard

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09871 Author/Creator: Gleason, John (fl. 1796-1811) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph note signed Date: 24 August 1805 Pagination: 2 p. ; 8.9 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy

Appears to be an order concerning $30 and possibly some rum for Henry Knox. Spencer Drake noted on 28 August 1805 the order was shipped in full.

Gleason, John, Jr., 1758-1822
Packard, Daniel, fl. 1805
Drake, Spencer, fl. 1805
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

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