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Livingston, Peter Robert, fl. 1765-1790 to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: resolution in the House

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.03216 Author/Creator: Livingston, Peter Robert, fl. 1765-1790 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1769/12/02 Pagination: 1p. : address : Height: 32.7 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

Peter Robert states that the legislative House has adopted a resolution dictating that no money will be given to Troops. He also notes that he is anxiously awaiting the arrival of Capt. Walker, who is carrying money that Peter Robert must use to pay off some debts. Docketed on address leaf.

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