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Elliott, James, fl. 1744-1773 Account of Abisha Washburn with Robert Livingston, Jr.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03104 Author/Creator: Elliott, James, fl. 1744-1773 Place Written: Ancram, New York Type: Autograph document signed Date: 1768/03/23 Pagination: 1p. + docket 37.7 x 31.2 cm Order a Copy

The account began in January 1767. Washburn purchased wheat and corn from Robert, Jr. and in turn performed labor on the Manor.

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