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Jones, R.C., fl. 1845-1853 to William E. Jones

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02711.18 Author/Creator: Jones, R.C., fl. 1845-1853 Place Written: Memphis, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 September 1853 Pagination: 3 p. : address ; leaf Height: 25 cm, Width: 19.9 cm Order a Copy

Refers to financial concerns but hopes for a good harvest. Mentions the construction of a railroad through Memphis and Little Rock, running through their property. Addressed to Lt. W. E. Jones, Fort Ewell, Texas.

Jones, William E., 1824-1864
Jones, R. C., fl. 1845-1853

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