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Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 to Lucius S. Felt re: insurance on home in Galena, Ill.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02793.040 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Place Written: Long Branch, New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1872/08/23 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 21 cm, Width: 13 cm Order a Copy

Written as President during his re-election campaign. Grant also mentions the possibility of repairing the house should he be defeated.

Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885

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