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To: J.Q.A. Ward

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06343.241 Author/Creator: Place Written: [Washington D.C.] Type: Typed document signed Date: 7 April 1885 Pagination: 5 p. ; 32.9 cm x 25 cm. Order a Copy

Re: "Articles of Agreement" [rough draft] or work contract for the Garfield memorial pedestal. Summarizes Ward's duties and his work schedule. Signed by Endicott, along with Senator John Sherman, General James Barnett, and Ward [accompanied by green seals]. Enclosed with letter from Endicott, from same date.

Ward, John Quincy Adams, 1830-1910
Garfield, James A. (James Abram), 1831-1881
Endicott, William, fl. 1885-1886
Sherman, John
Barnett, James, fl. 1884-1889

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