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Maitland, James M. (1815-1864) to Elhanan M. Mast

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.035 Author/Creator: Maitland, James M. (1815-1864) Place Written: Salem Mills Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 September 1861 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 31 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy

Discusses "Harrison's" health, mentioning that he has had many "fits" lately. Reports that there was a meeting at the Court House that was comprised mostly of Republicans, and gives him a detailed list of who attended. Location listed as "Salem Mills" possibly former West Salem Mills, Ohio.

Mast, Elhanan M.
Maitland, James M., 1815-1864

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