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Ousley, J.E., fl. 1875-1877 to Blanche Kelso Bruce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.146 Author/Creator: Ousley, J.E., fl. 1875-1877 Place Written: Port Anderson, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 September 1875 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 31.8 cm, Width: 20.1 cm Order a Copy

This letter to Senator Bruce outlines the coming election for Sheriffs in Mississippi. Ousely outlines the different runners, as well as his expectations on how it will all go. He is also asking if possible for Senator Bruce to come to Mississippi to support the party with his presence.

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Ousley, J.E., fl. 1875-1877

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