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to James E. Fitch re: transmittal letter with enclosure, on a decision, w/ cover

GLC05264.05

to Mr. Holman

A letter of condolence over the death of Holman's child. Blaine share's the story of losing his first-born child. He writes that such a loss taxes one's faith, but expresses a belief that "Time's cloud has its radiant silver lining in Eternity."...

GLC05508.038

to William S. Robinson

Writes that he has reviewed Robinson's manual of parliamentary procedure, titled Warrington's Manual, and praises it as useful, practical, and convenient.

GLC02504.42

to unknown

Blaine offers his congratulations to his correspondent upon entering the field of journalism and offers only the advice to make his newpaper "absolutely trustworthy" since journalism is a "tiers etat of political power in America." He believes that...

GLC01640

Pardon of William Herbst, convicted of embezzlement.

Convicted of embezzling funds from a national bank; sentenced to 5 years imprisonment. Pardoned after serving 2 years of his prison term due to old age and good character. (c/s James G. Blaine)

GLC00045.34