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Ross, J.M., fl. 1879 to Blanche Kelso Bruce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.034 Author/Creator: Ross, J.M., fl. 1879 Place Written: New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 December 1879 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 20.3 x 12.6 cm. Order a Copy

A letter from J.M. Ross, to Senator Bruce, about being sent to the Senate for an advancement of grade. Ross asks that Bruce mention him to those in charge of confirmation, as well as to Blaine and Anthony to get them to help.

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