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1787 autograph letter signed by John Gunby, American Revolution Brigadier-General from Rehobeth, Somerset County, Maryland
by John Gunby
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[Rehoboth [Rehobeth, Somerset County, Maryland], November 5, 1787]. 1½ pages. 8¼ x 6¾ inches. 200 words. Laid paper. Transmittal folds; very good.
John Gunby (ca. 1727-1791), son of Kirk Gunby, married Sarah Melton (d. 1798) in 1756 in Somerset County. He became a Brigadier-General during the American Revolution, and he was likely related to General John Gunby of the Maryland Line, who was also from Somerset County. John Gunby was a prisoner of war at some point during the conflict. His branch of the Gunby line had been in Somerset County since early 1700s. (Timothy Jane Wilson)
In this post-war letter, Gunby writes from his Somerset County home. Gunby's letter discusses the delivery of a final shipment of sugar staves, a pending contract, and financial matters related to the staves' payment. He also raises concerns about a previous charge for gunpowder and shot, and requests additional supplies for Captain Holland, including canvas. Addressed to a Mr. Gilmore, the letter reads, in full: "Rehoboth [Rehobeth, Somerset County, Maryland] the 5th Novbr. 1787 Sir, Mr. Holland will Deliver the Last of the Sugar Staves [wooden pieces or slats used in the construction of barrels or casks, particularly for storing and transporting sugar] that I could get. I hope the Sloop will be with you in time, nothing have been omited on my part towards forwarding the Lumber on our late Contract-It not being conveniant for me to attend you at this time request you would send pr. Capt. Holland one hundred Pounds towards paying the Stave [indistinct word], the balance to remain in your hands untill the return of the Vessel, also to inform me what deduction you think is right when Dressing[?] the first load of Staves you recv'd. Last Octor. Twelve Month you Charg'd me with 2 Brs. [barrels] Gunpowder and [indistinct words] shott that I never got. You'd oblige me in sending pr. Cap't Holland this trip, the same quantity of Gun Powder with a propotion [proportion of] Shott.high Brister, & Landon [London?] Drop. Capt. Holland have Direction for 2 pr. Russia Duck wide, if you have such canvis [canvas] and it suits him, be pleased to Charge the Same to my acct. I am sir your very obdt. Humble Servant -J. Gunby."
Refs. Wise, Matthew. The Boston Family (1988), pp394-395. For General John Gunby, consult A.A., Colonel John Gunby of the Maryland line: being some account of his contribution to American liberty (1902).
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- 1787 autograph letter signed by John Gunby, American Revolution Brigadier-General from Rehobeth, Somerset County, Maryland
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- John Gunby
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