John Hancock letter, 1776 January 13.

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John Hancock letter, 1776 January 13.

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Consists of one autograph letter signed by John Hancock to "Gentlemen" requesting the execution of resolutions passed by Congress "respecting the officers who are prisoners." A postscript adds, "Please to inform the Tavern keepers of the resolutions respecting them." The letter is dated 13 January 1776 from Philadelphia.

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Western Reserve Historical Society, Research Library

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Western Reserve Historical Society, Research Library

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