An Anonymous Donor Gives $10 Towards Relief From The Tallahassee Fire Of 1843
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(TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA). DS. 1pg. June 21, 1843. Jacksonville Florida. A letter concerning the fire that destroyed much of Tallahassee, Florida in 1843. A brief, unsigned note to Tallahassee Mayor Francis W. Eppes (1801-1881) donates to the relief efforts. Below it, a note signed “James B Gamble” as treasurer of the relief committee, records receipt of $10 from Eppes. “F Eppes Mayor of Tallahassee Sir Having heard of the distress brot upon your city by the late conflagration and being desirous to do something especially for the relief of the needy I beg you will accept the enclosed note for that purpose. Your &c Tallahassee June 29/43 Recd from Wm. F. Eppes Mayor the above Ten dollars for the relief of the sufferers by fire. James B Gamble Treasurer Com of Relief”. In good condition, with general wear and a small tear.
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