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Duane, James, fl. 1763-1785 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: Robert, Jr.'s uneasiness

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03248 Author/Creator: Duane, James, fl. 1763-1785 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1770/11/12 Pagination: 1p. + docket 33.3 x 21 cm Order a Copy

James Duane writes that he and his family are in good health and spirits, and thus asks Robert, Jr.: "But what my dear Sir shall I say on the tender subject of your present uneasiness! . . . Your own Piety and Fortitude can alone teach you Patience Resignation and Forgiveness." He also notes that his sister-in-law "Kitty" [Catharine] is in great distress due to her father's displeasure with her.

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