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Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson) (1822-1885) to Chandler re: firing black servant, William Barnes

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07023 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson) (1822-1885) Place Written: Washington Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1866/02/27 Pagination: 2 p. + docket Order a Copy

Discusses the firing of his black servant for drunkeness; also mentions recommending him for employment. Chandler was Assistant Secretary of the Treasury

Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885

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