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Duane, James (fl. 1763-1785) to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: advice on building a mill

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03100 Author/Creator: Duane, James (fl. 1763-1785) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1767/01/05 Pagination: 2p. 31.4 x 19.6 cm Order a Copy

Duane informs Robert, Jr. of the procedure of picking a jury to survey their land, and also asks Robert, Jr.'s advice on how to build a successful mill for his tenants. Docketed on verso.

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