Letter, 1779 November 18.

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Letter, 1779 November 18.

Friendly letter to Major General William Heath discussing a recent trip to Albany and his travels in the area. He also wishes Heath the best of fortune in the southern campaign. He asks that should Heath get so far as Morrissania, that he be remembered to his "Quaker Girl." Written at Boston, Mass.

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Keith, Israel, 1750-1819

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Heath, William, 1737-1814

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