Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 to George S. Boutwell
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08924 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Place Written: Long Branch, New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 July 1871 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.5 x 13 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to Secretary of the Treasury Boutwell seeking to reverse consolidation of tax districts in Alabama: "The consolidation of the 2d & 3d districts of Ala. if approved by me, was approved without reflection." Explains that there is no means of rapid transit between the districts, which would be problematic for consolidation.
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