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Duane, James, fl. 1763-1785 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sister Catharine's husband, Mr. John Patterson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03249 Author/Creator: Duane, James, fl. 1763-1785 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1770/11/26 Pagination: 1p. : docket : Height: 33.6 cm, Width: 20.7 cm Order a Copy

James Duane writes that his sister-in-law Catharine and her husband John Patterson are glad that Robert, Jr. has permitted them to visit him. He explains that Patterson has hope of financial recovery, and "he is by no means destitute." Duane also informs Robert, Jr. of the farms that he has sold.

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