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Scovel, Henry W., fl. 1863 to Ethan A. Jenks

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02750.008 Author/Creator: Scovel, Henry W., fl. 1863 Place Written: Cinncinnati, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: September 1863 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.4 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy

Scovel, United States Paymaster, discusses a case involving Jenks. Informs Jenks he can receive pay for the period to 4 May 1863 unless Jenks provides evidence of the dates during which he performed duties as Captain.

Jenks, Ethan A., fl. 1828-1901

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