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31 March 1799

Henry, P., fl. 1799

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unidentified [Phil. Payne]

"...[John Nelson] wanted to sell his Land very much, & that just now he was much pressed for money & would sell a good Bargain. He says a fine plantation or two, of the best low Grounds may be had...I would be glad to get my Lynchburgh Tobaco sent down to Richmond...I am to send down to Genl [Charles] Lee in a day or two about getting deeds for SauraTown..."

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