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Archer, William M. (fl. 1863) to [Edward R. Archer]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01896.104 Author/Creator: Archer, William M. (fl. 1863) Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 October 1878 Pagination: 4 p. ; 23 x 15 cm. Order a Copy

Impending Bankruptcy of the Vulcan Iron Works, William's financial woes and his attempts to remedy the situation. Written on "Vulcan Iron Works" stationery: "Manufacturers of Every Variety of Bolts. Nuts and Washers, Iron Railings. Iron Works for Bridges and Buildings. Engines, Saw Mills and Machinery on Short Notice."

Archer, Edward Richard, 1834-1918
Archer, William Meade, 1836-1924

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