Resolution, 1789 Feb. 27.

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Resolution, 1789 Feb. 27.

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Contemporary copy of a resolution, Feb. 27, 1789, taken from the minutes of the commission, "the Treasurer of the Monies in his hands subject to the Order from the Board in favor of Richard Varick, pay to John Tayler, Agent to this Board, the Sum of two thousand Pounds."

1 item (1 leaf) ; 16 x 18 cm.

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