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Nicolls, Matthias, fl. 1678-1679 to Robert Livingston re: reception of posts and pelts, Livingston's marriage

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.00039 Author/Creator: Nicolls, Matthias, fl. 1678-1679 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1679/06/20 Pagination: 1p. + addr. 30.6 x 19.5 cm Order a Copy

Nicolls responds to the letters he received from Livingston, also mentioning "foure beaver" pelts he received in the same packet. Nicolls congratulates Livingston on his upcoming marriage to Alida Schuyler. Docketed on address leaf.

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