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Jay, Augustus, fl. 1711-1725 to Philip Livingston re: business dealings

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02437 Author/Creator: Jay, Augustus, fl. 1711-1725 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1716/05/15 Pagination: 1p. + addr. 32.4 x 20.6 cm Order a Copy

Jay asks Philip not to feel obligated to sell his goods at any time, and notes that he is always happy to conduct business with him. Docketed on address leaf.

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