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Livingston, Philip to Robert Livingston re: trade restrictions

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01362 Author/Creator: Livingston, Philip Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1721/02/20 Pagination: 3p. + docket 32.8 x 21.2 cm Order a Copy

Philip discusses French attempts to manipulate the Indians and how this has interfered with trade in the colony. He also mentions the new trade restrictions and the effect they will have on his business.

Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

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