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Letter, William Saunders, Placentia, to John Easson

Asking Easson to help his brother find a good farm for £100 and wondering if "Mr. Butler at Halifax would be a safe place to lodge the money."  21 September 1773.  2 pages : 30 x 38 cm.   Easson family Nova Scotia Archives MG 1 vol. 3478 A/88

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advance as far as L100 for him when you Could see
a Bargin to be had of a good Farm, if you find he
inclines to Settle in your river, I should like He should
be settled near my Aunt, remember me kindly
to her & the whole family. I simpathize much
for her misfortunes. I hope the Almighty will
give her patience to bear them with fortitude.
My love to my Brother if with you & be assured I
shall always have a gratefull remembrance of
whatever favours & kindness you shew him being
with much Regard
          Dear /Sir
          Your most obed[ient] Servant
          & Assured Friend
          Wm Saunders


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