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Unknown (1808-1875) [Leather Valise/Pouch]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00044.07.04 Author/Creator: Unknown (1808-1875) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Object Date: 24 August 1865 Pagination: Leather Pouch ; 28.5 x 12 cm Order a Copy

Lather valise/pouch contained a pardon for Payne and a transmittal envelope and letter. GLC00044.07.01-.03

Collateral moved to size 1 7/1/2015

Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875
Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875
Seward, William H. (William Henry), 1801-1872
Payne, Inman H., 1822-?

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