Livingston, John to Robert Livingston re: invitation to learn more of Elizabeth Knight
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01019 Author/Creator: Livingston, John Place Written: New London, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1713/07/09 Pagination: 2p. + addr. 31 x 19.5 cm Order a Copy
John expresses his regret that his parents believe Elizabeth Knight to be of poor character, and asks that they write to the Minister of the North Church in Boston, where Elizabeth was brought up, in order to confirm that she is of good fortune and character. Docketed on address leaf.
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