Benjamin Knower papers, 1804-1907.

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Benjamin Knower papers, 1804-1907.

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Correspondence, deeds, bonds, insurance papers, accounts, etc., 1804-1907, relating to the settlement of the estate of Albany hatter and banker, Benjamin Knower, particularly to the disposition of his land holdings in Albany County, New York, and elsewhere.

1 box (ca. 234 items)

New-York Historical Society

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SNAC Resource ID: 7771534

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