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June 29, 1777

Speakman, Gilbert Warner, fl. 1771-1780

Autograph letter signed

Title: to David Hitchcock

States he has sent with Mr. Baker a large box of items he will need when he is in Brookfield. Requests that he receive it and not turn it upside down as there are bottles that could break. On the reverse someone has written a prayer. There are notes possibly about various accounts written on the first page and on the page with the address dated 1772-1778.

GLC01450.106

February 15, 1775

Speakman, Gilbert Warner, fl. 1771-1780

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Certification for enlistment in Continental service]

Certifies that Silas Sewan enlisted into Continental service for one year under Speakman.

GLC01450.108

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