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Maitland, William G., 1846-? Joseph M. Maitland

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.138 Author/Creator: Maitland, William G., 1846-? Place Written: Salem, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 October 1864 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 24.6 x 19.4 cm. Order a Copy

Addresses letter "My Dear Bro." Says he is sending him a box with ten dollars, a hat, a pair of cuff gloves, a necktie, three pairs of socks and two shirts. Reports he is done seeding except for the potato patch. Mentions he will use a steam thresher. Discusses the upcoming presidential election and writes "...you and I had better mutually agree to disagree..." Proclaims his loyal support "for the loyal patriot George B. McClellan." Envelope includes a three cent stamp and writing on the back.

Maitland, Joseph M., 1839-1918
Maitland, William Grier, 1847-1921

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