Duane, James, fl. 1763-1785 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: celebration of the birth of a son
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03215 Author/Creator: Duane, James, fl. 1763-1785 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1769/11/27 Pagination: 1p. + docket 33.6 x 20.9 cm Order a Copy
Duane announces the birth of a son, and assures Robert, Jr. that he will procure Mr. Du Bois's debt to him. He also notes that he has no news of Col. Renselaer doing anything to harm him, and offers his assistance to Robert, Jr., who lives with the perpetual threat of violence from tenants and squatters.
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