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[later 1809?] . [Jean] R[ousselin] manuscript copy of a letter to Mon cher ami; [New Orleans?].

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Box 63, Small Collections
Abstract:
Pleased that recipient arrived safely in Baltimore. Pirates stole enslaved persons from M. Cronin. Things at St. Jago became worse after he left, so sold his home at 75% loss. Government's acts are arbitrary as are those governed. Arrived with the remains of his fortune (or rather that of his children) at Pensacola. The Spaniards there are just and humane, unlike those at St. Jago. Embargo. Now his boat is loaded with goods and is headed for the heights of the Mississippi River (Captain Mathieu and 2-3 Black men as crew). Not enough capital to go into cotton. Would like recipient to come next spring as his remedies are needed, especially in this season. Acknowledgments to Madame Grandchamp for hugging petite Cloé and giving respects to the Conin family. With a note in English cross-written "They have been twice for the proofs of property Mr. Rogers."
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Jean Rousselin collection, 1791-1814
Total components 50
Last indexed 2024-06-25