ALS, 1782 May 6, Boston, to John Brown, Now bound to Philadelphia.

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ALS, 1782 May 6, Boston, to John Brown, Now bound to Philadelphia.

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As Governor of Massachusetts, requests reimbursement for his services as President of the Continental Congress. He writes: "I want only to be made whole, I never Expected nor Desired to make Money by the Contest ..."

2 p. ; 30.5 x 18.5 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6821069

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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