Collow Freres & Co., [Le?] Havre to Richard Blow, Portsmouth, 1788 February 27
Scope and Contents
This detailed letter about the economy discusses prices for canvas, salt, tar; compares French and English prices for same. French minister has written to Jefferson with regard to trade to tobacco. France may become a very important depot for tobacco and particularly this port as it is near to the Dutch and German Ports.
Dates
- Creation: 1788 February 27
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 16 Linear Feet (39 Century boxes.)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository