Glover, John, 1732-1797 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04653 Author/Creator: Glover, John, 1732-1797 Place Written: Marblehead, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 July 1790 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 25.2 x 20.1 cm. Order a Copy
Requests assistance in obtaining the position of collection officer at the port of Marblehead. Asks Knox to recommend him to President George Washington for the appointment. For a recommendation of Glover given by Benjamin Hichborn, refer to GLC02437.04652.
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