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Palmer, J., fl. 1677-1682 to Robert Livingston re: request to be paid for services

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.00088 Author/Creator: Palmer, J., fl. 1677-1682 Place Written: Staten Island, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1682/03/16 Pagination: 1 p. : address Height: 28.6 cm, Width: 18.5 cm Order a Copy

Palmer refers to Livingston's threat to stall payment, and wonders at Livingston's injustice. Palmer reminds Livingston of past delinquincy in paying debts, and writes requesting payment of 308 planks.

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