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Randall, Thomas, ?-1811 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06323 Author/Creator: Randall, Thomas, ?-1811 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 24, 1795 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 24.8 cm, Width: 20.3 cm Order a Copy

Discusses a business transaction involving himself, Henry Knox, [Joseph] Anthony, and Mr. [William] Crammond. Expresses his relief in Knox paying his bond. Notes he will not be able to sell his teas without putting them up for auction unless an unspecified person (likely Crammond) purchases the tea. Goes on to discuss his situation with his creditors and further negotiations with his bond.

Randall, Thomas, ?-1811
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Crammond, William, fl. 1795
Anthony, Joseph, fl. 1792-1797

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