| 1941 |
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Bower family papers
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Bower family |
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1872-1906, bulk 1893-1894 |
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The collection consists of the 377 items of personal and business correspondence of the Bower family of Bainbridge, Georgia
from 1872-1906. The bulk of the correspondence relates to Byron Beaufort Bower, Jr.'s student years at the University of Georgia
in Athens (1893-1894) and detail his activities, expenses, and membership in Kappa Alpha fraternity. Contains newspaper accounts
and correspondence between Byron's father Judge Bower and Chancellor Boggs regarding Byron's two week suspension for violating
the rules of the Lucy Cobb Institute. Also includes correspondence from Byron's sister Evergiline while a student at the Lucy
Cobb Institute and from his brothers Gordon (1897) and Lucien (1901) while at the University of Georgia. Other correspondents
include Judge Bower's brother, E.E. Bower; sister, Ceneilla Alexander; and business associate J.L. Hand.
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| 1942 |
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Eunice Williams Reed papers
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Reed, Eunice Williams, 1876- |
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1883-1951 |
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The collection consists of papers of Eunice Williams Reed from 1883-1951. The papers pertain primarily to Reid's work with
the Laura Rutherford Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) and with the Georgia Division of the UDC. Includes
correspondence, speeches relating to the UDC and the history of the Civil War, printed material, newspaper clippings, programs
and scrapbooks. The collection also contains a scrapbook of newspaper clippings and letters (1918-1919) from Albon W. Reed
while serving in France during World War I and two scrapbooks of newspaper clippings pertaining to World War II.
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ms140 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1943 |
Title: |
William Gibbs McAdoo letter
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McAdoo, W. G. (William Gibbs), 1820-1894 |
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1866 April 23 |
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A love letter, faintly veiled, to an unmarried young woman, written at the time McAdoo was married to the daughter of General
John Floyd, a prominent Tennessee Indian fighter. His wife was a published author, and he and she apparently enjoyed together
cultural pursuits (see biography at Georgia Historical Society), pursuits which his letter indicates would have found acceptance
with Miss Prudden. The Prudden liason never broke the marriage, as he spent the remainder of his life with his then wife.
Written from the coast of Georgia, the letter is framed against a background of local history and scenery, but it is constructed
in a literary fashion. McAdoo reveals himself to be eloquent of word, not unphilosophical, and well read. On page 2, there
appears an original poem by McAdoo, a point of significance. The National Union Catalog shows all McAdoo's published writings
to have been non-literary. The manuscript sections of the American Book Prices Current for the period 1945-1977 show no appearance
of McAdoo manuscript material. The tone of the letter and his comprehension of poetry (e.g. quote from Campbell on page 1
of the typescript) create the impression that McAdoo was inclined to verbal eloquence and resorted to paper for its recording.
His literary output, however, has not come to light. This may be the sole surviving example of his poetry. Most of the local
historical and natural scenery comment reveals what is already known, some of it, however, nicely presented within the literary
framework already noted, is of interest from that perspectives and hence transcends being purely a rehash of already available
local historical information. There are several descriptions of War damage which may not be available elsewhere (e.g., comment
of Dungeness on page 3 of the typescript). On one occasion, the letter displays a boyish humor. Noting the passivity of basking
alligators to the approach of his steamer, he finds them "as languid and motionless as if they were, also, under the protection
of the Freedman's Bureau." On another occasion, it is clear that his sentiment for the Confederacy had not died in April of
1865; passing Fort Jackson, he notes: "As we came down the Savannah River, we passed the dismantled old Fort Jackson. A piece
of artillery lying here and there tumbled out of its embrasure, covered with rust, and the general neglect and decay, seemed
sadly typical of the fortunes of that power which had it manned and bristling with guns when I last visited the spot two and
a half years ago." Should there ever be a full fledged biographical treatment of McAdoo, this letter presents some evidence
of the romantic side of the man's make-up together with a lead for the biographer to develop. There is no question that McAdoo
hoped to build upon whatever the extent of his relationship with Miss Prudden had been. Additionally and specifically, this
letter gives his thought on war. Additionally and generally, the letter displays evidence of a man quite at home in worlds
less structured than that of the jurist. The typescript of the original accompanies it.
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ms1400 |
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| 1944 |
Title: |
Benjamin W. Hunt letter to T. F. Sellers
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Hunt, Benjamin W. (Benjamin Weeks), 1847-1934 |
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Dates: |
circa 1900 |
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A letter from Benjamin W. Hunt to T.F. Sellers in circa 1900. The letter describes Hunt's battle with rabies, the procedures
necessary to cure the disease, and the introduction of the Pasteur Institute's methods in the United States.
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ms1401 |
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| 1945 |
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Solon Z. Ruff letter to Joseph H. Ruff
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Ruff, Solon Z., -1863 |
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1860 April 7 |
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A letter of three full pages, written to Solon Z. Ruff's brother, Joseph H. Ruff. The letter is dated 7 April 1860, and it
describes Marietta, its prospects on the eve of war, and the military organization of the town's young men, of which he was
named captain. In describing the prospects for the town, he notes, "There are several houses in Atlanta that sell for very
small profits for the cash and the consequence is the people from here whenever they had any money, run down there and do
their trading. This has carried off the best part of the trade from Marietta and ruined some of our merchants."
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ms1404 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1946 |
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Benjamin Harvey Hill letter to J. H. Scott
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Hill, Benjamin H. (Benjamin Harvey), 1823-1882 |
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Dates: |
1862 December 24 |
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A letter written by Benjamin Harvey Hill to J. H. Scott on 24 December 1862 from his home in LaGrange, Georgia. Hill describes
the settling of the estate of N. Tompkins and other financial arrangements noting that "I should like to pay it by or before
1st Jany as by the 8 of that month I leave for Richmond."
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ms1405 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1947 |
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Charles W. Hubner letter
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Hubner, Charles W. (Charles William), 1835-1929 |
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Dates: |
1919 January 26 |
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A letter of 26 January 1919, discussing the activities of the Burns Club of Atlanta and the anniversary of Burn's birthday.
Hubner encloses a two-page poem, entirely in manuscript, titled "The Birthday of Burns". It closes "He gave them to Earth
the gift God gave, / And still for us sings from the grave."
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ms1406 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1948 |
Title: |
Joseph Jones biographical papers
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Jones, Joseph, 1833-1896 |
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Dates: |
1895 |
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The collection consists of a biographical pamphlet and two letters to Liberty County historian, Rev. James Stacy. Both supplement
Rev. Stacy's research for a biographical sketch of Joseph Jones. The first, dated 17 June 1895, from J. S. Winn gives much
genealogical information. The second, a letter from R. Q. Mallard of 3 December 1895, recounts interestingly much Presbyterian
history as well as material on Dr. Jones.
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ms1407 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1949 |
Title: |
Stewart family genealogy
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Stuart family |
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Dates: |
18th century |
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The collection consists of a four-page handwritten document that records births, deaths, and marriages of the Stewart family
of Georgia, descendants of John and Susannah Stewart. Much of the information recorded is of the family during the eighteenth
century.
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ms1408 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1950 |
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Board of Visitors appointment to the annual examination of Atlanta University
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Corson, H. C. |
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Dates: |
1871 June 2 |
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The collection consists of a document dated 2 June 1871 that appoints a board of visitors to attend the second annual examination
of the Normal and Prepatory Departments of Atlanta University. It is signed by Rufus B. Bullock as governor of Georgia. Among
those named as members of the board are Joseph E. Brown, John Livingston Hopkins, W.A. Hemphill, Dr. S.H. Stout, and J. I.
Whitaker. The present document is a true copy by H.C. Courson, Secretary of the Executive Department.
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ms1409 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1951 |
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Oliver Hillhouse Prince family papers
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Prince family |
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1785-1919 |
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The collection consists of papers pertaining to the family and decedents of the Oliver Hillhouse Prince from 1785-1919. A
considerable number of documents focus on Oliver Hillhouse Prince, Jr., including his interest in the genealogy of the Prince
family and documents relating to his service in Cobb's Legion during the Civil War. Correspondence is written by or addressed
to Abraham Baldwin, Mrs. Martha Price, Martha J. Jackson, Dr. H. Jackson, and John B. Lamar. Of particular interest is a parody
of a court case at the Honorable Mouse-Owlry court, in Bibb County, where Billy Beeswax of Honey Comb Hall is petitioning
that Peter Pushroot pays him the 400 bushels of potatoes he is owed. The collection also includes wills of Oliver H. Prince,
Henry Jackson, Joseph Webber; and a scrapbook containing mostly printed pictures and newspaper clippings relating to Georgia
political matters and deaths of Prince family members and notable Athenians.
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ms141 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1952 |
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Alexis E. Marshall papers
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Marshall, Alexis E. |
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Dates: |
1844-1848 |
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The collection consists of letters written in shorthand developed by Andrews and Watson of Boston. At first, these letters
appear extremely exotic. Once accustomed to the form, however, they become readable. The first letter of 11 June 1844 is from
Edwin F. Watson to "Rev. E.A. Marshall" [Alexis E. Marshall] and explains the setting up of the shorthand system, its peculiarities,
and its usefulness. It is primarily in familiar cursive. The remainder of the letters, though, are in shorthand. All are to
Marshall from Watson or are in Marshall's hand. Most are addressed to him in Eatonton and Penfield, Georgia.
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ms1410 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1953 |
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John W. Owens letter to Frank B. Hight
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Owens, John W. |
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Dates: |
1891 February 17 |
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The collection consists of a letter dated February 17, 1891 written to Frank B. Hight of Athens by John W. Owens of Savannah.
The letter is rather light in tone and talks mainly about dating.
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ms1411 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1954 |
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Letter and photograph regarding Harriet Powers quilt
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Smith, Jennie, 1862-1946 |
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Dates: |
1886 |
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The collection consists of a picture of a quilt made by Harriet Powers which is now housed in the Smithsonian. Also included
is a Xerox letter written by Jennie Smith describing the quilt as well as giving a key to the individual squares. Smith intended
to exhibit the quilt in the Colored Building at the Cotton States Exposition in Atlanta.
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ms1412 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1955 |
Title: |
Hughes Spalding family papers
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Spalding family |
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1870-1969 |
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The collection consists of papers of Hughes Spalding and the Spalding family of Atlanta, Georgia from 1870-1969.
The personal series contains materials relating to Hughes Spalding and the Spalding family; while the business series contains
information on the legal practices of the Spalding family and other business interests.
The Catholic Church series contains materials detailing Spalding's activities with the church and allied organizations.
The Financial Records series simply contain cancelled checks from 1928 to 1938.
The Jack J. Spalding (Spalding's father) series includes correspondence (1933-1938), canceled checks, legal documents, and
business papers (1870-1938) pertaining to Jack J. Spalding's legal career and the law firm of King and Spalding in Atlanta,
Georgia.
The Jack J. Spalding, Jr. (Spalding's brother) series includes correspondence (1943-1951) from Jack Jr. to Hughes Spalding,
first from New York City, then Greenville, South Carolina, and typed carbon copies of Hughes' response. The letters primarily
discuss family matters and personal interests. The series also contains financial materials and legal documents pertaining
to the estate of Jack Jr.
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ms1413 |
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| 1956 |
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John Elliott letter to James Jackson
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Elliott, John, 1773-1827 |
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Dates: |
1800 August 13 |
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The collection consists of one letter: dated August 13, 1800, to James Jackson, from John Elliot, concerning a case involving
a Mr. Beal and the return of certain funds.
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ms1415 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1957 |
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George W. Crawford letter to Charles Jones Jenkins
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Crawford, George Washington, 1798-1872 |
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Dates: |
1845 February 15 |
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One letter: dated Milledgeville, Georgia, February 15, 1845, to Charles J. Jenkins, signed "G. W. Crawford," concerning policies,
beliefs, political theories, and the future of the Whig party.
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ms1416 |
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| 1958 |
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Sidney Root letter to Rev. J. H. DeVotie
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Root, Sidney, 1824-1897 |
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Dates: |
1856 October 29 |
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One letter: dated Lumpkin (Georgia), October 29, 1856, to "Rev. J. H. DeVotie," signed "S. Root," in which Root asks for Devotie's
assistance in counseling Judge M. J. Wellborn of Columbus, and assisting Wellborn in his search for religion.
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ms1417 |
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| 1959 |
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E. T. Dillard raspberry vinegar recipe
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Dillard, E. T. |
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Dates: |
1883 July 14 |
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One recipe: dated July 14, 1883, signed E. T. Dillard, addressed to Mrs. Ann E. White. The recipe is a five-line description
of how to make raspberry vinegar.
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ms1418 |
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Hargrett Library |
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| 1960 |
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J. J. Toon letter to Rev. J. H. DeVotie
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Toon, Joshua J. |
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Dates: |
1857 July 22 |
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One letter written on Southern Baptist Publication Society stationary: dated Charleston, South Carolina, July 22, 1857, to
Rev. J. H. DeVotie, signed "J. J. Toon," regarding book sales and Toon's philosophy of management.
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ms1419 |
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