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Pease, Geo B., fl. 1875-1876 to Blanche Kelso Bruce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.039.02 Author/Creator: Pease, Geo B., fl. 1875-1876 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 March 1876 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.2 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy

This letter from Pease is asking for a favor from Senator Bruce. Pease is leaving Washington D.C. and is asking Bruce for help in paying his remaining debts. This letter isrelated to GLC09400.039.1 a note asking Bruce to meet in the Marble Room.

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Pease, Geo B., fl. 1875-1876

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