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Curtin, John, fl. 1741-1743 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: account balance

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02621 Author/Creator: Curtin, John, fl. 1741-1743 Place Written: Jamaica Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1741/06/14 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 29.7 cm, Width: 18.2 cm Order a Copy

Curtin states that he has an outstanding balance coming to him, and would be happy to receive it in whatever way Robert, Jr. deems best for the market. Docketed on address leaf.

Colonization and Settlement, 1585-1763
Merchants and Trade
Commerce
Finance
Caribbean
The Thirteen Colonies

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