Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Moses Michael Hayes
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04361 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 September 1789 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 31.2 cm, Width: 19.8 cm Order a Copy
Would be happy to help Mr. Hays if he had the power to do so. However, it appears that Mr. Hays's not being a current resident of Rhode Island is a formidable barrier in securing him the appointment. Regardless of this problem, if he would like to submit a letter to the President about the position, Knox will present it to him.
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