Peterson, Abraham, fl. 1785 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for extension of credit
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03587 Author/Creator: Peterson, Abraham, fl. 1785 Place Written: Claverack, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1785/09/10 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 31 cm, Width: 19.8 cm Order a Copy
Peterson states that due to the scarcity of money, he is unable to clear his debt with Robert, Jr. at the specified time. He then asks for a further extension of credit, and promises to compensate for any personal losses that Robert, Jr. may experience as a result of the delay. Docketed on address leaf.
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