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Stevenson, James, fl. 1750-1755 to James Elliot re: pending agreement for the release of prisoners

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.04744 Author/Creator: Stevenson, James, fl. 1750-1755 Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1755/06/06 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 31.4 cm, Width: 19.3 cm Order a Copy

Stevenson writes to James Elliot, who is at the time confined in prison, and informs him of proceedings between "the two governments" to reach an agreement regarding the exchange of prisoners.

Elliot, James
Stevenson, James, fl. 1750-1755

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