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Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732 to Robert Livingston re: victualling garrisons

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.00822 Author/Creator: Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1711/01/17 Pagination: 2 p. : address : docket ; Height: 22.9 cm, Width: 17.4 cm Order a Copy

Vetch explains that he has travelled from Annapolis to Boston in order to settle the accounts of the garrisons. He discusses how he will cover the expenses and acquire the necessary provisions. He also talks of moving his family from Annapolis and discusses a "Canada Expedition" that has been delayed due to troubles abroad.

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