Roas-Covell House (between 1746 and 1760) (Newport, Rhode Island)

USA / Rhode Island / Newport / Newport, Rhode Island / Thames Street, 36
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(built between 1746 and 1760)
Georgian - Gambrel roof
Richard Roas sold the property in 1760 to Captain James Keith subject to a "messuage", an obscure, old legal term meaning a dwelling house with outbuildings and adjacent land, including gardens and orchards. Captain Keith was also a merchant and a slaver.
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Coordinates:   41°29'33"N   71°18'55"W
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