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Duane, James, fl. 1763-1785 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: disfavorable politics

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03212 Author/Creator: Duane, James, fl. 1763-1785 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1769/10/08 Pagination: 1p. : docket : Height: 30.7 cm, Width: 19.6 cm Order a Copy

James Duane expresses his outrage at Col. Renselaer's treatment of Robert, Jr., and explains that a recent meeting of Commissioners has resulted in some policies that will be detrimental to New York.

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