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Elliott, James, fl. 1744-1773 Account of Angass McDussie with Robert Livingston, Jr.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03083 Author/Creator: Elliott, James, fl. 1744-1773 Place Written: Ancram, New York Type: Autograph document signed Date: 1766/11-1767/11 Pagination: 1p. + docket 23 x 30.6 cm Order a Copy

The account began on 18 November 1766. McDussie purchased wheat, a cow, pork, and codfish from Robert, Jr.

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