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circa 1585-1763
Clute, Johan, fl. 16th-17th century
Petition of Johan Clute to the Court of Common Pleas
In his petition, Johan Clute stated that he paid all of his late uncle's debts.
GLC03107.04932
14 February 1790
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
to Henry Knox
Discusses an excise and valuation bill in the House. Writes, "The state notes hold their ground much better than the continentals, the moment they are at your marker, I will strike, and with the greatest secrecy as it respects you." Comments that at...
GLC02437.04510
24 January 1790
Asks Knox to send him one of the reports from the Secretary of Treasurer, [Alexander] Hamilton, when they are printed. Does not believe they will be disappointed by Hamilton's "abilities & industry." Discusses the state of securities noting the...
GLC02437.04480
25 April 1790
Thanks Knox for his letter of condolence on account of his father's death. Discusses Secretary of State Alexander Hamilton's plan for the federal government to assume state debts. Writes, "[t]he nonassumption of the State Debt has thrown the people...
GLC02437.04589
4 July 1790
Writes, "The time taken up by Congress in fixing the permanent seat of Government, and the situation of the Funding business has caused a great uneasiness & clamour amongst the people, and of that Class that have been the firmest supporters of the...
GLC02437.04644
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