Hopkins, David, fl. 1773 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.00078 Author/Creator: Hopkins, David, fl. 1773 Place Written: Newport, Rhode Island Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 June 1773 Pagination: 1p. +addr.+docket. 30.5 cm. x 18.9 cm. Order a Copy
Mentions hearing that Knox lost his pocketbook and a Mr. Mumford recovered it. Asks if Knox would like some Tenerife wine Hopkins has on hand. Seeks a recommendation for a young man to work as a bookbinder. Indicates that he will forward some chairs when they are finished.
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