Letter, 1773 August 31, Newport, Rhode Island, to "all who are desirous to promote the kingdom of Christ on earth."

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Letter, 1773 August 31, Newport, Rhode Island, to "all who are desirous to promote the kingdom of Christ on earth."

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Requests financial assistance for two slaves in the congregation who have partially purchased their freedom by winning in the lottery but are short a small sum; they would like to return to Guinea as missionaries but also need money to be trained for this.

3 p. ; 31 x 18 cm.

Connecticut Historical Society

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