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Robbins, Edward Hutchinson, 1758-1837 to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09144 Author/Creator: Robbins, Edward Hutchinson, 1758-1837 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 March 1786 Pagination: 10 p. : docket ; 28.9 x 23.4 cm. Order a Copy

Has enclosed a copy of the bond between the heirs of the Waldo patent and the ten proprietors (not present). Discusses delays in processing the paperwork and executing the bond. Comments on a variety of other matters related to the patent.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Robbins, Edward H. (Edward Hutchinson), 1758-1837

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