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McCormick, inventor of the reaping machine, writes to an unknown recipient regarding an approaching meeting.

GLC02480.15

to John Kean

Stevens, noted for his developments in steam locomotion, discusses financial matters with John Kean, cashier of the Bank of the United States.

GLC02480.17

to R. R. Robinson

Thanks Robinson for sending books. Encloses a check for $100 (not present). Addressed to Rev. R.R. Robinson, Secretary-Treasurer, Wm. McKinley Normal & Industrial School, Alexandria, Va.

GLC02480.18

to John Trumbull

Whitney, noted for his invention of the cotton gin, writes to Colonel John Trumbull, an established artist residing in New York City. Introduces Trumbull to Lucius Manson, a young, self-taught artist from New Haven, Connecticut, who will soon visit...

GLC02480.19

to John Ericsson

Discusses moving the boilers on the Princeton a few feet from the aft to make more room for the engines. Mentions being held in Philadelphia because a friend has been ill for weeks. Impression in upper left corner reads "Jessup & Brothers."

GLC02494.10