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Gilbert, Jhan (fl. 1698) Account of expenses for prisoners brought from Canada [in Dutch and English]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02047 Author/Creator: Gilbert, Jhan (fl. 1698) Place Written: [s.l.] Type: Manuscript document Date: 1698 Pagination: 2p. 19.9 x 15.4 cm Order a Copy

Account includes such items as mutton, rum, and tobacco. Contains Peter Schuyler's signature.

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