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Mason, A.H. (fl. 1864) [Mess Bill]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01404.04 Author/Creator: Mason, A.H. (fl. 1864) Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript document signed Date: 30 August 1864 Pagination: 1 p. ; 31.5 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Bill listing foodstuffs purchased from 30 September 1862 to 10 July 1863 under the command of Major General John G. Walker. Signed by Mason, who indicates he received payment on 30 August 1864.

Mason, A.H., fl. 1864
Walker, John George, 1821-1893

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