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Requests the recipient to procure and send a tin box of crackers. Seeks to gain information on the school of "M & C," attended by the recipient's son. Writes on behalf of a lawyer, H. B. Shaw, from Vidalia, Louisiana. Notes that Shaw desires to...

GLC05339.07

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Comments on the lack of comfort and rest he has recently received. Informs the recipient he may travel to New York at the end of May. Discusses Dickinson (possibly Daniel S. Dickinson), John Slidell, and the corruption of New York politicians....

GLC05339.08

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Requests that the recipient ship white and red top turnip seeds by steamer to New Orleans. Suspects a Mr. Brown of being "Abolitionist, or Black Republican (synonymous terms). If he be so- no more Bills must be made with him- on My account, & I will...

GLC05339.10

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Remarks on the purchase of "Negro boots- made of the very best materials," which he plans to obtain at a reasonable rate. Discusses the collection of interest on the liabilities of the Michigan Southern Rail Road. A note scribbled on page two...

GLC05339.11

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Recently heard news of a schooner named "Stephen Duncan," anchored nearby. Intends to present a gift to the vessel, and places the recipient in charge of selecting the present. Discusses the purchase and shipment of spring supplies (shoes)...

GLC05339.12