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Griffith, Robert E., fl. 1808-1815 to William D. Patterson re: business arrangements

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.04548 Author/Creator: Griffith, Robert E., fl. 1808-1815 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1808/01/15 Pagination: 3p. + addr. 24.6 x 19.6 Order a Copy

The letter is preceded by a copy of another letter by Robert E. Griffith, dated 15 January 1808. The letter discusses current tensions with England, and expresses hope that recent negotiations have proved successful. Docketed on address leaf.

Patterson, William D., fl. 1808-1818
Griffith, Robert E., fl. 1808-1815

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