The note asks that Henry Hayes be paid the amount due to Thomas Clark. The matter involves the value of lands distributed after the death of John Clark, Elisha's father.
In the letter Somerville discusses a rumor that he will be dismissed from his position on the appraisal board. While his alleged offense involves a dispute with Secretary Shaw of the U.S. Treasury, he believes that "The real pretext for such...
2011-09-22
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