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Scott, Charles, fl. 1877 to Blanche Kelso Bruce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.033 Author/Creator: Scott, Charles, fl. 1877 Place Written: Roosedale Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 September 1877 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 25.4 cm, Width: 20.4 cm Order a Copy

A letter in regards to a debt owed by J.E. Ousley, to Senator Bruce to the amount of 15511.84. Scott however, is writing to say that Ousley is in a lot of debt with no way to pay it off, so getting his money might be a difficult task. Scott however say that he will do all he can to make sure the money is repaid.

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Scott, Charles, fl. 1877

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