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Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Lucy Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05587 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 August 1792 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 24.8 x 20.4 cm. Order a Copy

Informs Lucy that he has been unable to make much progress in his attempt to purchase a tract of land. Mentions that he has received a letter from the President. Also touches on family news.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824

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