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DeLancey, Stephen (fl. 1710-1711) to Robert Livingston re: assistance with money and provisions

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.00857 Author/Creator: DeLancey, Stephen (fl. 1710-1711) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1711/02/14 Pagination: 1p. + addr. 32.6 x 21.2 cm Order a Copy

DeLancey promises to assist Livingston in whatever way he can by supplying him with what money and provisions he can spare. He also remarks on the government's weak response to the hard times they are all facing. Docketed on address leaf.

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