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Monroe, James, 1758-1831 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05609 Author/Creator: Monroe, James, 1758-1831 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 September 1792 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 23.3 x 18.6 cm. Order a Copy

Asks if can postpone a payment until his arrival in Philadelphia next month. Notes at that time the reimbursement will be paid in full with interest, along with a "sincere acknowledgement for the very friendly service." Docketed by Henry Knox.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Monroe, James, 1758-1831

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