Ville, James L., fl. 1879 to Blanche Kelso Bruce
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.026 Author/Creator: Ville, James L., fl. 1879 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 December 1879 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.3 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy
A letter from James Ville that is asking the Senator Bruce if there is anything he can do to help Ville in gaining a position in Washington D.C., as a messenger, or any other capacity. Ville starts by introducing himself and outlining his education. He also offers to get letters of recommendations form business men in Richmond where he previously worked.
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