1849 – Letter regarding the private purchase of public lands in Michigan
Envelope or Cover. This one-page stampless folded letter was sent by C. B. Young of Detroit to the Michigan Auditor General in Lansing. It is datelined “Nov 25 1849.” It bears a circular Detroit postmark, “Paid” handstamp, and “5” rate mark, all in red. The letter forwarded $3.00 to purchase..... More





