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Autograph Letter Signed, Thomas Gage to Thomas Whatley Regarding Provisioning of British Troops in New York, 1765 January 23
Autograph letter signed by Thomas Gage to Thomas Whatley, dated January 23, 1765, from New York, New York. The letter discusses challenges in contracting for provisions for British troops in North America, specifically mentioning difficulties with spoilage under a previous contractor and praising the firm of Sir Samuel Fludyer, Adam Drummond, and Moses Franks, who assumed the contract. Brigadier General Burton's order for inspection of provision stores at Montreal is also noted.
Associated People/Businesses
- Gage, Thomas, 1721-1787
- Franks, Moses (1718-1789)
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Arc.MS.56, Box 12, Folder 4