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Orr, J.A., fl. 1879 to Hon. Post Master General U.S. States

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.116 Author/Creator: Orr, J.A., fl. 1879 Place Written: Columbus Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 January 1879 Pagination: 2p. ; 25.3 x 20.4 cm. Order a Copy

Orr, is writing to the Post Master General on behalf of a Mr. J Reid for recommendation to a position in the Post Office in Macon Mississippi. There are many other names and endorsements listed, including; Meek, J.M. Dillond, Geo. G. Phillips, B.M. Brias J.W. Brody, W.R. Bugel and Jay, Ferris P.J. Allgood D. Joresh, Jamaquie H.L. Minor, H. and Hill S.V.D.

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Orr, J.A., fl. 1879

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