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Russell, Thomas, 1749-1796 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of flour

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03375 Author/Creator: Russell, Thomas, 1749-1796 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1778/07/10 Pagination: 2p. : address : Height: 22.6 cm, Width: 18.7 cm Order a Copy

Russell informs Robert, Jr. of the flour he has sold for him, and also gives him the current market price. Docketed on address leaf.

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