Chase, Salmon P. (Salmon Portland), 1808-1873 to Lizzie Ellicott
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01473 Author/Creator: Chase, Salmon P. (Salmon Portland), 1808-1873 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: April 7, 1853 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; Height: 21 cm, Width: 13 cm Order a Copy
Jocular letter where he talks of mutual acquaintances, taking a trip east in June, and other trivial matters. Promises her that when he becomes President, Mr. Pike will receive a diplomatic appointment "and you shall enjoy old world sights for me."
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