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Voyageur contract for Abraham Ledoux
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1 sheet ; 30.8 x 17.7 cm
Contract between Abraham Ledoux of St. Hyacinth and the outfitter Parker, Gerrard, Ogilvy & Co. Contract outlines Ledoux's employment as a day labourer with the destination of Ancaster, Upper Canada, for the payment of 48 livres per month. Contract duration is for twelve months. The contract also notes that he received a blanket and 6 piastres on account, with 6 more upon departure.
Contract specifies Ledoux is to work as a labourer for the "sieurs Hattsen."
Signed with mark by Abraham Ledoux.
Printed form on laid paper with handwritten additions. Date, name, destination, and position in manuscript on verso.
Lande type GN07.