Van Horne, Cornelius, fl. 1721-1737 to Robert Livingston
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01553 Author/Creator: Van Horne, Cornelius, fl. 1721-1737 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1723/03/10 Pagination: 2p. : address : docket ; 32.6 x 21.1 cm Order a Copy
Van Horne writes that a Thomas Cardle has just arrived from London after a 16 year absence, and believes himself to be the rightful owner of one of Livingston's enslaved people. Van Horne therefore warns Livingston to keep a close eye on this enslaved person, as he believes Cardle is intent upon stealing him. Document marked as a copy. Docketed on address leaf.
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