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22 May 1880

Townsend, J.B., fl. 1879-1880

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

wants the Post Master at Grenada removed and Col. B.C. Adams appointed supervisor of the mint at New Orleans.

GLC09400.507

5 May 1880

Townsend, J.B., fl. 1879-1880

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

thinks it necessary for the Post Master to be removed to ensure the success of the Republican party,

GLC09400.528

27 May 1880

Townsend, J.B., fl. 1879-1880

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

acknowledges receipt of circular advocating Blaine and Bruce. It meet his approval and he has read it to many colored friends.

GLC09400.501