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Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728 to Philip Livingston re: impatience of the jury

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02481 Author/Creator: Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728 Place Written: Livingston Manor, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1744/04/04 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 20.1 cm, Width: 15.8 cm Order a Copy

Robert writes that the jury on board the sloop are growing impatient, and he must offer them what accomodation he can. He also requests Philip's attendance at "the view" later that week. Docketed on address leaf.

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