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Fox, Joseph O. (fl. 1872) To Doctor Bailey

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04522.13 Author/Creator: Fox, Joseph O. (fl. 1872) Place Written: Hot Springs, AK Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 January 1872 Pagination: 2p. ; 21 x13 cm. Order a Copy

Writes that he is unable to repay his debt. Offers to sell Doctor Bailey a part of his lot if he is not able to repay his debt in four to six months. Also offers to sell Dr. Bailey his horse and rockaway at a lower price than they are worth.

Bailey, J.G., fl. 1872-1875
Hix, Jas. O., fl. 1872

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