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Rosenbaum, C., fl. 1879 to Blanche Kelso Bruce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.114 Author/Creator: Rosenbaum, C., fl. 1879 Place Written: De Kalb, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 October 1879 Pagination: 1p. : docket ; 24.6 x 19.6 cm. Order a Copy

This letter is an introduction of Rosenbaum to Senator Bruce, asking the senator for the position of Post Master in Meridian. He makes note of his loyalty to the Republican, and his willingness to be of use to the party. This item is related to GLC09400.113

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Rasmbaum, C., fl. 1879

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