Samuel Barrett & Co., (manufacturers), fl. 1777 to unknown
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.617 Author/Creator: Samuel Barrett & Co., (manufacturers), fl. 1777 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Letter Date: March 3, 1777 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.8 x 33.4 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses the firm's acquirement of barrels of wines and spirits and the fluctuating price of such goods. Mentions Mr. Hopkins. Reports that in the south ward, these goods "would fetch double the Money as soon as the restraining Bill is repeald (which will be done immediately)." Discusses the importation of rice and flour, and the removal of these goods to the recipient's storehouses (which he calls magazines). In case of an enemy attack on Boston, intends to store goods in ports which may still be free, such as Sherburne, Sudbury, Worcester, or Springfield, Massachusetts. Awaits the recipient's orders to purchase and distribute goods to deputies in the area. Mentions commerce in molasses. Discusses economic strictures passed by the Courts and the potential for losses to merchants. States 'We desire during the War to hold ourselves at large as your Agents to purchase Supplies in the Prudentest Way we are able & under your Directions & Shall make our own particular Business & Interest in all Cases give Way to the public Service." In a post script, recalls that the owner of a privateer sent in beef and pork, which has been stored for the use of ships, based on the advice of Mr. Miller.
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