Regarding Request for Leave
Document 1797Letter, advises permission for leave of absence.
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[Samuel McHenry
[undecipherable: Street?]
Mr Josiah Fox
War Office
Philade]
Near Downingtown 8 Sept 1797.
Sir
I have received your letter of the 7th requesting leave of absence for a short time to provide a retreat for your family. You have my permission, and I hope you may find one to your satisfaction.
yours James McHenry
Mr Josiah Fox
Type
Autograph Letter Signed
Description
Letter, advises permission for leave of absence.
Date
09/08/1797
Author
Recipient
Sent from
Near Downings Town
Repository
Collection
Document number
1797090800001
Page start
1
Notable persons
Josiah Fox
James McHenry
Notable locations
Near Downings Town
Notable items
received your letter
requesting leave of absence for a short time to provide a retreat for your family
you have my permission
hope you may find one to your satisfaction