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Collins, John (fl. 1711-1721) to Robert Livingston re: muster orders

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01072 Author/Creator: Collins, John (fl. 1711-1721) Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1714/04/28 Pagination: 3p. + addr. 33 x 21.2 cm Order a Copy

Collins explains how conflicting orders regarding muster rolls have come in from various government officials, which has resulted in a great deal of confusion and frustration. Docketed on address leaf.

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