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Keteltas, Peter (fl. 1742-1756) to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: selling iron

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02792 Author/Creator: Keteltas, Peter (fl. 1742-1756) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1751/03/01 Pagination: 3p. + addr. 24.5 x 18.5 cm Order a Copy

Keteltas declines an offer to purchase iron from Robert, Jr., as he believes it is impossible to sell it at a profit. He also discusses current accounts and business matters. Docketed on address leaf.

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