M. Perrault letter, 1788 Apr. 30.

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M. Perrault letter, 1788 Apr. 30.

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Six-page letter (in French) with English translation, by M. Perrault. The letter is directed to his sister, who he expresses an eagerness to join, but is unable to at the present. Perrault gives a first-hand account of the 1788 fire that destroyed a large portion of the city of New Orleans, La. He discusses his own personal loss and that of a man named "Leveau." He also discusses some unwise investments that his sister made in a mill, as well as the unprofitable "seigneurie" investments. He then details the ensuing financial hardship.

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