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Livingston, Robert, Jr., et al Marriage contract between Robert Livingston, Jr. and Gertrude Schuyler

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03070 Author/Creator: Livingston, Robert, Jr., et al Place Written: [s.l.] Type: Manuscript document signed Date: 1766/09/22 Pagination: 7p. + docket 32.1 x 20.4 cm Order a Copy

The indenture, presided over by Peter Du Bois, makes provisions for the welfare of Robert Livingston, Jr.'s intended wife, Gertrude Schuyler, if Robert, Jr. should die before her. Signed by Robert Livingston, Jr., Gertrude Schuyler, and Peter Du Bois.

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