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M-2: Astor, John Jacob

HISTORY: John Jacob Astor (1763-1848) American merchant and fur trader.

SCOPE: Two letters. The first written to Charles Gratiot, Esq., St. Louis, Indian Territory concerning fur trade. The second to Ant. C. Cazenove, Alexandria, VA., concerning a business offer.

HOLDINGS: Letters dated July, 24, 1811, A. L. S.. and February, 11, 1813, A. L. S.

ACCESS: Due to rarity and condition, access to this collection is limited please contact the staff member listed below.

A digital copy of this collection is available for download

M-002 John Jacob Astor (.pdf)

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