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11 October 1869

Prevost, James Charles, 1810-1891

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John G. Walker

Written by Rear Admiral Prevost of the Royal Navy to Captain Walker of the USS "Sabine." Writes that he is obliged for the honor "you did me in saluting me when I visited your ship - and I regret very much I have not the opportunity of returning it, except by thanking you which I now do." Says he is especially honored because his flag was not raised and Walker did not have to do it.

GLC03804.17

25 March 1859 - February 1861

Prevost, James Charles, 1810-1891

Manuscript document

Title: Search of title of William and Caroline Remington

Partially printed document showing the leased properties owned by William and Caroline Remington in Baltimore. Includes the names of the various renters, the lease dates, the addresses, and the cost. On paper printed with Pennington & Read, Attorneys at Law, Baltimore.

GLC03545.24.24

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