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Elliott, James, fl. 1744-1773 Account of James Bryan with Robert Livingston, Jr.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03088 Author/Creator: Elliott, James, fl. 1744-1773 Place Written: Ancram, New York Type: Autograph document signed Date: 1766/12-1767/11 Pagination: 1p. + docket 37 x 31.1 cm Order a Copy

The account began on 9 December 1766. James Bryan purchased wheat, pork, cod fish, a kettle, and other items from Robert, Jr.

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