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Bell, George (fl. 1791-1795) to Samuel Shaw

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05291 Author/Creator: Bell, George (fl. 1791-1795) Place Written: Ostend, Belgium Type: Manuscript letter Date: 14 January 1791 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 22.4 x 18.3 cm. Order a Copy

Marked "true copy." Writes that per their discussions and correspondence regarding Shaw's trip to China, he agrees to receive "what Consignments you may be pleased to put under my care." Provides the details of the arrangement, including the value of the items.

Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
Bell, George, fl. 1791-1795

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