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Livingston, Robert L., 1746-1813 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: assurances of respect

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03391 Author/Creator: Livingston, Robert L., 1746-1813 Place Written: Clermont, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1779/10/18 Pagination: 1p. + addr. 20.3 x 16.5 cm Order a Copy

Robert Livingston (1746-1813) expresses his desire to settle a conflict with Robert, Jr., and assures him that despite their differences, he still holds him in the highest estimation. Docketed on address leaf.

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