Macomb, Alexander (1748-1831) to Thomas Russell
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05292 Author/Creator: Macomb, Alexander (1748-1831) Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript letter Date: 15 January 1792 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 25.4 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy
Writes that Mr. [William] Tudor has contacted him regarding lands in Maine to be purchased by Mr. [Richard] Soderstrom. Mr. Tudor has sent Mr. Soderstrom to Boston to "conclude the purchase with your Land Committee." Has asked Mr. Tudor to push for an increase in price for the land in question. Asks for Russell's continued support in the endeavor.
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