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King, John, fl. 1786 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: setting a date to blow the furnace

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03599 Author/Creator: King, John, fl. 1786 Place Written: Salisbury, [Conn.] Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1786/11/30 Pagination: 2p. + dock + addr. 18.9 x 15.3 cm Order a Copy

John King, the founder at Salisbury iron works, discusses a date for "blowing out" the iron works, and also reminds Robert, Jr. of the payment he expects.

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