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Stevenson, fl. 1754 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: prepare for a trial against trespassers

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02877 Author/Creator: Stevenson, fl. 1754 Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1754/02/15 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 31.5 cm, Width: 19.6 cm Order a Copy

Stevenson encloses the tax list for the Manor, and notes that it has been a poor winter due to a lack of fire wood. He also informs Robert, Jr. that they will have to prepare for a trial against the men accused of trespassing on the Manor.

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