William Byrd letter to “Brother” [John Custis](1710 January 10)

• MS 1986.3
• Photocopy: PH/00/1710/Jan 10

Hopes his brother [in-law] and family are well in these “sickly times.” Has lost eight slaves and one of his children and his wife are indisposed. Sends along a bill of exchange (not included) “protested of” George Keeling. Asks [Custis] to have Keeling renew it in time for it to sail on the “Lion” in early February.

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