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Bampfeild, George to Robert Livingston re: services for Gilbert and Philip Livingston

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01588 Author/Creator: Bampfeild, George Place Written: London, [England] Type: Letter signed Date: 1724/05/23 Pagination: 1p. + docket 32.8 x 20.4 cm Order a Copy

Bampfeild writes of the progress of Philip and Gilbert Livingston's patent, and the fees incurred with this business.

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