The letter addressed to Chester L. Fisher is in regards to a piece of land formally known as the Langstaff property. This land was purchased by Jennie Melville, but the contract was completed under a different name. This letter explains the payment information and name different on the contract.
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Letter to Chester L. Fisher Regarding Land Purchase in Stony Brook
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