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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.04490 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0094] January-March 1790 |
| Title | Silas Talbot to Henry Knox regarding Talbot's application to the President |
| Date | 31 January 1790 |
| Author | Talbot, Silas (1751-1813) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Forwards (not included) copies of papers and a letter (see GLC02437.04491) he sent to the President, George Washington, for Knox to look at. Also asks Knox for his support in his application for a position. Writes, "...being convinced that a word from you to him [the President] in due season will have a powerful effect on his mind and in my favor..." |
| Subjects | Revolutionary War General President Office Seeker Letter of Introduction or Recommendation Government and Civics |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Talbot, Silas (1751-1813) Washington, George (1732-1799) |
| Place written | Johnstown, New York |
| Theme | Creating a New Government; Government & Politics |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
| Related documents | Letter of application from Silas Talbot to George Washington |