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Bell, C.S., fl. 1874-1875 to Blanche Kelso Bruce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.167 Author/Creator: Bell, C.S., fl. 1874-1875 Place Written: Jackson, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 March 1875 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 25.2 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy

Bell is asking Senator Bruce for help in keeping his government position. He is also asking for help for a friend named Ino. T Dunbar who would like a position in the Post Office.

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Bell, C.S., fl. 1874-1875

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