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Collins, John, fl. 1711-1721 to Robert Livingston re: friendly regards to the family

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01021 Author/Creator: Collins, John, fl. 1711-1721 Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1713/07/13 Pagination: 1p. : docket : Height: 16.4 cm, Width: 20.5 cm Order a Copy

Collins refers to Livingston as his brother, and writes of his and his wife's desire to see the family.

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