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Letter from William Vernon to Capt. Cozzens, Newport, Rhode Island, June 17, 1752

A letter dated June 17, 1752, from William Vernon in Newport, Rhode Island to Captain Cozzens. Vernon requests 313 pounds and mentions Moses Levy as involved in the transaction. The letter provides insight into the business dealings of prominent figures in 18th-century Newport and the role of Moses Levy, a prominent Jewish merchant.

Associated People/Businesses

Vernon, William, 1719-1806
Levy, Moses (1704-1792)

Geography

Newport

Subjects

Commercial correspondence
Slavery--United States
Jewish merchants

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 8, Folder 6