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Burnet, William (1688-1729) Permission for Robert Livingston to use a bill from William Burnet

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01512 Author/Creator: Burnet, William (1688-1729) Place Written: Fort George, New York Type: Manuscript document signed Date: 1723/06/10 Pagination: 1p. + docket 33 x 21 cm Order a Copy

Burnet authorizes Livingston to use a bill that was originally intended for the use of the Palatins, as he will use it to build a church that will benefit all.

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