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Original antique handwritten business letter on E. H. Davies’ Lumber Yard stationery, printed for Oakland, Indian Territory. The printed town name is crossed out and replaced with handwriting believed to read “Madill.”
Item Details:
• E. H. Davies’ Lumber Yard
• Printed manager’s name: D. Davies
• Advertises lumber, shingles, sash, doors, mouldings, and related building materials
• Handwritten date believed to read “Dec. 3, 1901”
• Recipient believed to read “South Texas Lumber Co.”
• Letter is believed to discuss an overdue note, interest, slow sales, and assurances that the outstanding account will be paid
• Decorative printed lettering with red and blue accounting rules
• One document; front and reverse shown
• No separate check, note, or enclosure is included
Handwriting Transcription:
Handwritten names, dates, and the summary of the letter’s contents reflect our best interpretation and are not guaranteed. Please examine the photographs and make your own determination.
Condition:
Age-related toning, folds, creasing, edge tears, small chips and corner losses, and a small round hole near the right edge. Some tears extend into the handwritten area. Reverse shows writing through the paper. Please review all photographs for the exact condition.
An interesting piece for collectors of Indian Territory history, Madill and Oakland memorabilia, lumber-company records, and antique business correspondence.
You will receive the exact document pictured. Ruler is shown for scale and is not included. Ships protected against bending and moisture.
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Inventory Location: File Box 1, Row 1
