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Wendell, Jacob, 1691-1761 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: deeds and patents for the Manor

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.02883 Author/Creator: Wendell, Jacob, 1691-1761 Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1755/03/08 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 31.5 cm, Width: 20.2 cm Order a Copy

Wendell asks Robert, Jr. to send him all of the Indian deed and patents for the Manor of Livingston, as he desires to help Robert, Jr. assert his right to the entire Manor. He also states that Robert, Jr.'s son is still ill, but he remains well taken care of.

Wendell, Jacob, 1691-1761
Livingston, Robert Jr., 1688-1775

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