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Hager, John F., fl. 1717 to Robert Livingston re: request for advice on his financial situation

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01186 Author/Creator: Hager, John F., fl. 1717 Place Written: Kingsbery, [?] Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1717/09/30 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 32.5 cm, Width: 20.7 cm Order a Copy

Hager implores Livingston for advice on how to help his family out of financial ruin. He expresses regret at spending so much money on the church, which has made him indebted to Livingston. Docketed on address leaf.

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