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(597) 1846 - Stampless Letter-Condition: Excellent Folded to 3" by 5" size. This stampless letter is dated 1846. It is written on blue paper, and the outer paper has the address, with cancelation stamps (not postage stamps). The letter is one page long. It was sent to : Charnley & Whelen in Philadelphia, Penn. The letter is one page long and mentions that their favor of 27th was duly received, with it enclosure of dft on NY for $23.00, net proceeds of Feb. Then it mentions other funds, and holding the power of attorney. Is is signed by a E.C. Herrick, from New Haven. The firm of Charnley and Whelen was started in 1835 by Edward S. Charnley and Townshend Whelen, which continued in to the 1840's. Private papers from Charnley and Whelen are held at the University of Michigan in the Israel Whelen Collection. E.C. Herrick was a Yale Astronomer and Librarian. There is an existing letter from and author in May 1, 1846 that thanked E.C. Herrick for allowing him to use the Yale library for research for his book entitled, "The Revolutionary Incidents of Queens County". He also wrote several articles on the biology of local pest insects in the 1840's. Mr. Herrick was also known as being the first person to suspect that the Perseid Meteor Shower was an annual event (1837). Mr. Herrick seems to be a multi-talented gentleman. There are many historical collections that have samples of his letters. Price: $24.00 - ***FREE Shipping*** Within Continental US.
(1291) January 15, 1949 - The National Archives - Washington D.C. -Condition: Good Plus An interesting two page typed letter about a current National Archives Exhibit. Many names are included in this letter. It goes into great detail about the exhibit which was on Elections and Inaugurals of the Past. The letter actually includes much of the inaugural history of the US. Letter has folds. There is a message written in hand at the top to "Pop". Pages are standard 8" by 10". Price: $10.00 + shipping.
(1509) December 18, 1930 - Chicago, Illinois. -Condition: Very Good Handwritten letter to Cousin Rockton from Grace Morf. Apologizes for not being able to meet him and his wife. Explains staying in car at Rosehill because of the cold. Goes on to describe health and passing of father. Then details the fact that many people have told about his influence in their lives. Thanks the cousin for the flowers. Folded letter with 3 sides in writing. Measures 6 1/2" by 10" (unfolded) Price: $9.00 + shipping.
(1510) December 20 -C1930 - Tampa Municipal Trailer Park. -Condition: Very Good Handwritten letter to Wallace and family. Has a faded photo at top of page that seems to be gentleman's picture in front of his trailer. Mentions activities in florida and says has not played golf or gone fishing yet. Mentions neighbors activities and the fact that they are eating alot of shrimp, fish and oysters. Says there is a cottage they could stay in at the front of the park. Fine weather. Is planning to go to Bok Tower soon and explains the picture on the letter. Also mentions Air Races in Miami. One page with writing on front and back. Page measures 7 1/2" by 7 1/2". In researching the park, found a mention of The Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club who held their first show at this trailer park on October 1957. Price: $10.00 + shipping.
(1653) January 31, 1913 - From Reid Hill Alta. -Condition: Very Good Handwritten letter sent to Miss Lilla E. Green in Portland, Oregon. Letter has two pages and was written by a cousin of Miss Green's (Sarah Green). Sarah Green says she has enclosed a small gift, and thanks Lilla for taking good care of George while he was visiting there. Also mentions that everyone including her has The Gripp! Goes into some detail of how she is feeling. Closes by saying must fix dinner and get the letter to the post office. Page measures 5" by 8". The envelope is in rough condition, but the letter itself is in excellent condition. Price: $10.00 + shipping.
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