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Aaron Burr (February 6, 1756 – September 14, 1836) was the third Vice President of the United States, serving under Thomas Jefferson from 1801 to 1805. Born in Newark, New Jersey, Burr came from a prominent family and graduated from Princeton University at 16. He served in the Continental Army during the American Revolution and later became a successful lawyer in New York City. Burr is infamous for his duel with Alexander Hamilton in 1804, which resulted in Hamilton's death. His political career ended in controversy when he was arrested for treason in 1807, though he was later acquitted.
Offered is a signed letter from April 30, 1794 that measures 8” x 10” in size that he writes, “I went to N. York on the 10th & I waited till the 16th to meet you agreeably to your appointment – You know the rest but the whole mortification fill not arise from my own disappointment – I took with me from this place an English gentleman who proposed to join with us in the purchase of your western lands – he would be, for many reasons an advantageous connection, and is willing on behalf of himself & associate to go as far as 750,000 – my proposition was that they should hold 2/3 and we the remaining third – when & how and where will they be sold and for what sum?
I am glad that you have put the mortgage in suit- Pray get possession and close the equity of redemption as speedily as you can, that I may be able to sell the estate.
The enclosed papers contains some information respect the appointment of an Envoy Ext which might not otherwise reach you –
Most affect (ionately) your
A Burr
P.Edwards”
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Item: 13839
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