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These notes are a derogatory criticism of Eli Thayer. They are written on an envelope, which apparently contained Joseph A. Howland's letter of November 15th (see MS B.1.6 v.12, p.22).

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gt54mq450
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Notes on an envelope from Samuel May, [November 1887]
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gt54mq450
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document
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title
Notes on an envelope from Samuel May, [November 1887]
description
These notes are a derogatory criticism of Eli Thayer. They are written on an envelope, which apparently contained Joseph A. Howland's letter of November 15th (see MS B.1.6 v.12, p.22).
date
["[November 1887]"]
year
1887
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No known copyright restrictions.
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No known restrictions on use.
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no restrictions
language
English
identifierLocal
4534899
creators
May, Samuel, Jr., 1810-1899
institution
Boston Public Library
collections
Anti-Slavery Collection
subjects
Antislavery movements--United States--History--19th century
Abolitionists--United States--19th century
Antislavery movements--United States
Abolitionists--United States--History--19th century
May, Samuel, Jr., 1810-1899
Thayer, Eli, 1819-1899
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Correspondence
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1
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1 leaf (2 p.) ; 6 x 3 1/2 in.
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yes
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sf268508b
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ht24xg10q
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Envelope includes original postage stamp.
May's writing at the top of the envelope reads, "Rec'd. Nov. 16."
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