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Crannell, Bartho, fl. 1773 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: clearing Van Den Bogert with his creditors

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03277 Author/Creator: Crannell, Bartho, fl. 1773 Place Written: Poughkeepsie, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1773/05/14 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 19.5 cm, Width: 15.6 cm Order a Copy

Crannell writes that Peter Van Den Bogert is now in jail because his creditors are excessively hard on him. He also notes that he is aware that Robert, Jr. owes him a payment in June, and hopes that this will help Van Den Bogert clear his account with his creditors. Docketed on address leaf.

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