Gardner, James Valentine, 1739-? to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: difficulty purchasing farm
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03282 Author/Creator: Gardner, James Valentine, 1739-? Place Written: Dublin, [Ireland] Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1773/06/17 Pagination: 3p. + addr. 24.1 x 18.9 cm Order a Copy
Gardiner writes that he will not be able to purchase a desired farm, as Captain Luke will purchase over his head, and he now finds himself mortified with the situation. He also discusses plans to exchange his company for another one, with the hope that it will give him a greater income. Docketed on address leaf.
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