INFORMING EDWARD SHIPPEN THAT A LETTER HAS GONE ASTRAY, in an autograph letter, signed but undated

by Richard Peters, Rector of Christ Church in Philadelphia

$350 · Offered by Bartleby's Books

4to. 1 page, approximately 60 words. Folded; tear and marginal chip repaired on verso. Very good. Item #41564 In full: I sent your letter to my Brother Craig at Chester. Not the best news in the world. I am under great concern at the Loss of a Letter the Proprietor gave me strict Charge to convey to Mr. Barton. I understand that one Bondes took it from James Ennis & has smashed the letter. If he can do such things he is not fit for your service I am

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