Hincks, Edward W., 1830-1894 to George Nichols
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03212.04 Author/Creator: Hincks, Edward W., 1830-1894 Place Written: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 June 1865 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 20.4 x 12.6 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses investments and his financial affairs. Informs that he will invest $5000 in the Sycamore local mines and will be involved in the organization of the company. States he is currently receiving troops for muster out and final pay. Comments that he is very busy as 2,500 come each day and he expects 25,000 in total. On stationery printed with "Office Chief U. S. Must'g and Disb'g Officer, Western Division of Pennsylvania."
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