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Napeir, James, fl. 1751-1752 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of provisions

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02815 Author/Creator: Napeir, James, fl. 1751-1752 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1751/09/16 Pagination: 1p. : docket : Height: 19.9 cm, Width: 16 cm Order a Copy

Napeir writes that he has shipped Robert, Jr. oysters, jugs, and other provisions; and also notes that it is nearly impossible to sell flour at the moment.

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