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Ousley, J.E., fl. 1875-1877 to Blanche Kelso Bruce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.150 Author/Creator: Ousley, J.E., fl. 1875-1877 Place Written: Floreyville, Missisippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 January 1876 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 25.8 x 20.1 cm. Order a Copy

Ousley is writing Senator Bruce for the combination of the safe in the Sheriff's office, as well as the instructions on how it is used. Or if he is unable to send it could he please have the manufacturer's information to ask them.

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Ousley, J.E., fl. 1875-1877

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