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1807 May 11 . [Jean] Rousselin manuscript copy of a document signed.

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Box 63, Small Collections
Abstract:
"Note explicative pour les sieurs Rousselin & Desbordes, habitants, exploitant un Établissement en Cafetrie à Guaninicum, Juridiction du Caney Contre Le sieur Justrobe à St-Jago de Cuba." Faits: In July 1805 Desbordes (of Desbordes and Roussin) asked Justrobe for 100 gourdes for their limekiln. Detailed description of the ruinous 150% per annum interest placed on the loan, payments, and results. Debts owed after Desbordes' enterprise failed. Further descriptions of renewed loans, interest accumulation, sale of a horse, lime paid on interest, etc. "Cet Énorme intérêt hors de toute honte comme de modestie & de pudeur, remplira d’indignation toute âme honnête, et tous ceux qui il reste quelques sentiments de délicatesse..." Rousselin found out late that Desbordes had been taken in by Justrobe's loans. Rousselin met Justrobe at his home on May 10, 1807. Details on negotiations, no resolution reached. Rousselin stated that he would demand justice from the court. Presentation of these facts to the court, with requests.
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3 pages

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Jean Rousselin collection, 1791-1814
Total components 50
Last indexed 2024-06-25