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Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749 to Robert Livingston Jr. re: French studies at New Rochelle

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02494 Author/Creator: Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749 Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1724/05/20 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 21 cm, Width: 16.3 cm Order a Copy

Philip reminds his son Robert who is studying at New Rochelle, to "mind" his learning, particularly his French, and not to spend his time idle. He forwards his regards to Mr. Marchees, with whom Robert is staying.

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