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Livingston, John to Robert Livingston re: inquiry regarding Moses Winthworth

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01024 Author/Creator: Livingston, John Place Written: New London, Connecticut Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1713/07/16 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket Height: 20.9 cm, Width: 16.1 cm Order a Copy

John explains how he received a request from a Mr. Winthworth, whose son Moses is currently stationed on a man or warr, to have his son returned to him. John therefore asks that his father speak to Capt. Van Brugg on his behalf in order to assist Mr. Winthworth with his request.

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