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Elliott, James (fl. 1744-1773) Account of Isaac Benton re: labor performed on the Manor

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03095 Author/Creator: Elliott, James (fl. 1744-1773) Place Written: Ancram, New York Type: Autograph document signed Date: 1768/06/10 Pagination: 2p. 19 x 15.5 cm Order a Copy

Benton signed for receipt of payment from Robert, Jr. on p.2, dated 20 June 1768. Docketed on verso.

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