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Livingston, William to Robert Livingston re: legal advice for his cousin

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.00769 Author/Creator: Livingston, William Place Written: London, [England] Type: Letter signed Date: 1706/05/08 Pagination: 1p. + addr.+docket 22.9 x 18.5 cm Order a Copy

William discusses Robert's legal troubles and informs Robert that he sent some money for his relief. Wishes him a safe voyage back to America. Docketed on address leaf.

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