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Livingston, John to Robert Livingston re: consent to marry

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01017 Author/Creator: Livingston, John Place Written: New London, Connecticut Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1713/07/01 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 32.2 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

John expresses concern as to why he has not received a letter from his parents, and wonder if he has displeased them in any way. He also states that he is resolved to marry, but would be grateful if they would send their consent. Docketed on address leaf.

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