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Buchanan, G.M., fl. 1875-1879 to Blanche Kelso Bruce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.071.01 Author/Creator: Buchanan, G.M., fl. 1875-1879 Place Written: Holly Springs Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 January 1879 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 29.8 cm, Width: 14.6 cm Order a Copy

A letter from Buchanan to Senator Bruce asking for him to help make sure he is confirmed, since he believes Lamar is against him. It also mentions Buchanan's belief that the paper is making war on Judge Chandler. This is accompanied by an envelope, and a docket. GLC09400.071.2, GLC09400.071.3

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Buchanan, G.M., fl. 1875-1879

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