Letter dated March 10, 1753, written in Newport, Rhode Island by W. Michael Bland to Brigg & Polly. This letter pertains to an insurance claim on the slave ship Polly, which had 73 slaves aboard and was expected to sell in Jamaica. The letter mentions Moses Levy as a half-owner in the ship's venture.
Subject: Jews -- Rhode Island -- Newport -- History -- 18th century
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Promissory note signed by Aaron Lopez to John Gorton for goods sold, payable in four months. The document is entirely in Lopez's hand, dated July 13, 1763, in Newport, Rhode Island.
A receipt signed by Naphtali Hart of Naphtali Hart & Company acknowledging payment from Moses Levy for 75 fathoms of cable. This document reflects commercial activity between two prominent Jewish merchants in Newport, Rhode Island in 1753.
A receipt listing funds due from Moses Levy, Abram Hart, and Naphtali Hart, with amounts in pounds and credited amounts; initialed. This bill, from Newport, Rhode Island, dates to circa 1760 and measures 8" x 6".
Receipt signed by Isaac Polock of Newport, Rhode Island, dated September 2, 1746. The verso is endorsed by N. Hart. This is a manuscript financial record.