Allen, Jeremiah, fl. 1774-1791 to Sam White
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.562 Author/Creator: Allen, Jeremiah, fl. 1774-1791 Place Written: Paris, France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 October 1782 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; 21.4 x 16.8 cm Order a Copy
Has been "employ'd delivering letters, seeing plays operas &c" in Paris. Also reports "there are a number of English gentleman here, but for what purpose I know not." Asks White concerning his financial affairs in Nantes. Hears that "our Captain Barry has taken a number of prizes." Addressed to White at the house of "Mr. Williams" in Nantes. Seal in very good condition.
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