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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC02437.06721 |
| From Archive Folder | The Henry Knox Papers [0130] April-June 1796 |
| Title | William Hill to Henry Knox saying he will bring a law suit against him. Respects Knox but thinks Bingham's behavior shameful |
| Date | 25 April 1796 |
| Author | Hill, William (fl. 1789-1796) |
| Recipient | Knox, Henry |
| Document Type | Correspondence; Legal document |
| Content Description | Writes that he must bring a lawsuit against Knox because he is the endorser of a note of William Bingham's. Declares that he has always respected Knox, but believes Bingham's behavior to be "shameful," having "not paid the least regard to his word, or promise." Explains his attempts to collect payment and Bingham's refusal to pay. Assures Knox that all attempts will be made to carry on this suit in a respectful, dignified manner. |
| Subjects | Finance Debt Law |
| People | Knox, Henry (1750-1806) Hill, William (fl. 1789-1796) Bingham, William (1752-1804) |
| Place written | New York, New York |
| Theme | Law |
| Sub-collection | The Henry Knox Papers |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |