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Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 to Alexander Hamilton

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06261 Author/Creator: Knox, Henry, 1750-1806 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 November 1794 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 31.8 x 19.3 cm. Order a Copy

Writes, "Among other reasons for wishing your return is Mrs. Hamiltons earnest desire. It seems that she has had, or has been in danger of a miscarriage, which has much alarmed her. But Doctor Khan by whom she is attended with Doctor [Heplious], assures that she is in no danger. However as She is extremely desirous of your presence in order to tranquilize her..."

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804

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