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Livingston, William, fl. 1769-1793 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: defending their title to the Manor

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02876 Author/Creator: Livingston, William, fl. 1769-1793 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1754/02/04 Pagination: 3p. : address : Height: 37.5 cm, Width: 23 cm Order a Copy

William regrets that he has no favorable news regarding their boundary dispute with Boston. He warns Robert, Jr. of the possible treachery of Mr. Hutchinson, and outlines a letter concerning the Livingston's claims to the Manor that Robert, Jr. should send to Hutchinson.

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