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Morris, Robert, 1734-1806 to William Bingham

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.214 Author/Creator: Morris, Robert, 1734-1806 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: July 15, 1777 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket ; Height: 23.5 cm, Width: 19 cm Order a Copy

Encloses copies of what he wrote to Bingham on an earlier date concerning the Schooner Hope. Discusses business affairs related to the shipping of goods and medicines. Mentions consignments, accounts, and payments. Letter addressed to Bingham as "American Resident at Martinico."

Morris, Robert, 1734-1806
Bingham, William, 1752-1804

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