Merits of the Petition
Document 1790The Secretary of War requests that Howell examine his books relative to the merits of the enclosed petition and inform him of the result without delay.
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From the Honble The Secy at War March Feby 8’ 1790 Entre,, War Office March 8.th 1790 Sir, The Secretary of War requests you to examine the the books of your Office relative to the merits of the enclosed petition, and if possible to inform him of the result, this day. I am Sir Your Most Obedt. Humble Servant Wm Knox. Joseph Howell Esq.
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[from the Honble
The Secy of War
March [undecipherable: January] 8th 1790
CW]
Type
Autograph Letter Signed
Description
The Secretary of War requests that Howell examine his books relative to the merits of the enclosed petition and inform him of the result without delay.
Date
03/08/1790
Author
Recipient
Sent from
War Office
Document number
1790030815001
Page start
1
Notable persons
Joseph Howell
William Knox
Notable locations
War Office
Notable items
books
books of your office
petition