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Livingston, Robert (1688-1775) to Robert Livingston re: trade and business

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.00946 Author/Creator: Livingston, Robert (1688-1775) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1712/12/13 Pagination: 1p. + addr. 20.7 x 16.3 cm Order a Copy

Robert informs his father that he has received some prints and pamphlets for him from the Governor, and discusses some issues regarding their trade and business. Docketed on address leaf.

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