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Meriwether, Richard (fl. 1691-1695) Release of Livingston of all debts held by Meriwether

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.00319 Author/Creator: Meriwether, Richard (fl. 1691-1695) Place Written: London, [England] Type: Manuscript document signed Date: 1695/12/07 Pagination: 1 p. + docket 30.9 x 20.6 cm Order a Copy

Richard Meriwether's legal statement to "remiss release and forever discharge" Robert Livingston from any and all "Attains and Suits Debts Dues Bonds Bills."

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