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Dwight, Jim, fl. 1754 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for a shipment of pig iron

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02881 Author/Creator: Dwight, Jim, fl. 1754 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1754/10/04 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 31.4 cm, Width: 19.5 cm Order a Copy

Dwight apologizes for asking for more pig iron before paying for last year's shipment, but explains that it would be a great waste if his iron works sat idle for an entire year. He promises to give security for any iron Robert, Jr. ships, and swears that he will make all necessary payments. Docketed on address leaf.

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