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Greer, James Augustin (1833-1904) to J. B. Pollock

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03479.20 Author/Creator: Greer, James Augustin (1833-1904) Place Written: San Augustine, Texas Type: Letter signed Date: 4 January 1853 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 24.7 x 19.4 cm. Order a Copy

Written by Greer the year he graduated from the Naval Academy. References Pollock's letter from 13 December 1852 where Pollock said he sent a map of Texas to his agent. The agent was supposed to forward it to Greer. Says the agent has failed to comply with Pollock's request.

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