Smith, J.A., fl. 1880 to James Hill
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.123 Author/Creator: Smith, J.A., fl. 1880 Place Written: Meridian, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 February 1880 Pagination: 4 p. ; 22.5 x 14.5 cm. Order a Copy
Smith is writing to Hill, in regards to an application to the Post Office that he is withdrawing. He does this he say because he has already lost too much money as a result of putting his business on hold waiting for the appointment, and that he needs to make some money. Smith also says to thank Bruce for his help and that he would be writing Bruce in thanks as well.
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