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Shaw, William, fl. 1681-1697 to Robert Livingston re: discussion of provisions sold by Livingston

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.00027 Author/Creator: Shaw, William, fl. 1681-1697 Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1678/10/08 Pagination: 1p. + docket 31.2 x 19.9 cm Order a Copy

Shaw discusses the supply of beer, apples, oranges, etc., to Livingston's sellers of provisions. The letter also discusses the possibility of Livingston travelling to London. Written at Fort Frederick (also known as Fort Albany)

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