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Stevens, John, 1749-1838 to John Kean

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02480.17 Author/Creator: Stevens, John, 1749-1838 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 July 1792 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 23.3 x 18.9 cm. Order a Copy

Stevens, noted for his developments in steam locomotion, discusses financial matters with John Kean, cashier of the Bank of the United States.

Kean, John, 1756-1795
Stevens, John, 1749-1838

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