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Laird E.W. (fl. 1877) to Blanche Kelso Bruce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.250 Author/Creator: Laird E.W. (fl. 1877) Place Written: Clevland, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 October 1877 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 24.7 x 19.8 cm. Order a Copy

Laird is asking Senator Bruce if he can find out about a vacancy in the Ohio District Attorney's office, and whether he should apply.

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Laird, E.W., fl. 1877

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