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CLEMENT BIDDLE A.L.S.

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CLEMENT BIDDLE A.L.S.
<b>605. CLEMENT BIDDLE</b> (1740 - 1814) "The Quaker General" organized and led the "Quaker Blues" against the British and fought under Nathanial Greene as well. A.L.S. 2pp. 4to., Philadelphia, Nov. 22, 1785, to William B. Magreuder apologizing that "<i>...The lines of the Land are not finally ascertained as the Assignees & creditors in general are extremely anxious & preparing to have the monies collected to bring on a Dividend more especially as we expect the Attachment in Virginia to be decided about this Time...</i>". Several small holes at fold intersections, light soiling, small loss to address leaf form seal tear, otherwise very good condition.<b>$200-300</b>