Cobb, David, 1748-1830 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06846 Author/Creator: Cobb, David, 1748-1830 Place Written: Gouldsboro, Maine Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 October 1796 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; Height: 22.5 cm, Width: 18.9 cm Order a Copy
Mentions his astonishment to have not heard from Knox, [William] Bingham or [Alexander] Baring (he spells it "Bearing") since Cobb left Knox's house. Discusses a survey of his land as well as construction of a house near his "Nest." Comments that the settlers of his town seem happy with it. Adds that Knox must have heard of his recent brush with death by drowning, and declares that he is very glad he did not pass away and see their "friends in the other world a little sooner than I wish'd." Asks about Knox's health, and inquires about the livestock on Knox's land on Brigadier Island, Maine. Also asks about the state of politics, and sends his compliments to Knox's family.
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