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Jepson, Benjamin (fl. 1777) [Receipt for delivery to Captain Drinkwater]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.085.02 Author/Creator: Jepson, Benjamin (fl. 1777) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Document signed Date: 27 September 1777 Pagination: 2 p. ; 4.5 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Asks that 26 bushels of corn be delivered to Captain Drinkwater. Note on reverse signed by Elijah Drinkwater stating he received the bushels.

Jepson, Benjamin, fl. 1777

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