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Ford, Jesse (fl. 1786) to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: need to discuss employment and wages

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03605 Author/Creator: Ford, Jesse (fl. 1786) Place Written: Sussex County, [New Jersey] Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1786/09/20 Pagination: 1p. + addr. + 2 dockets 33.4 x 21.3 cm Order a Copy

Ford states that he will pay Robert, Jr. a visit so that they may discuss his possible employment and wages as an iron founder.

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