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Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Daniel Little

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.04394 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter Date: October 23, 1789 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; Height: 31.9 cm, Width: 20.4 cm Order a Copy

Discusses his business with the patent and his interest in the welfare of the inhabitants. Asks for his opinion in finding gainful and appropriate employment for the settlers. Particularly asks for suggestions on the employment of a minister, and describes the qualifications for which he is looking. Also asks Little to estimate the cost of hiring someone for the position.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Little, Daniel, fl. 1788-1801

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