Livingston, Henry, 1753-1823 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: stagnation of business
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03364 Author/Creator: Livingston, Henry, 1753-1823 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1778/01/08 Pagination: 2p. 32.5 x 19.7 cm Order a Copy
Henry informs his father that business has stagnated due to the scarcity of money. He also notes that the store houses in Boston are full of dry goods, but he is hesitant to purchase now, as he believes it wise to hold on to one's money. Docketed on verso.
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