John Young Mason letter
Description
Letter from John Young Mason in Richmond, Virginia to P. Clayton, regarding settlement of the late Maj. Sparks account. (William A. Spark of Virginia, Paymaster March 1847). Mason who was Secretary of the Navy from 1846-1854, and practiced law in Richmond from 1849-1854. In this case he represents widowed sister and heir of Maj. Sparks. Accounts of War Departm,ent as well as Treasury Department necessary to settle account of the Maj. $1400 due him from Treasury. Also $ 1010 due "on account of Mexiucan contributions by him." The latter was arranged by Mr. McPherson, clerk in the office of the Secretary of War.
Dates
- 1849-05-14
Creator
- Mason, John Young, 1799-1859 (Author, Person)
- Clayton, Philip (Recipient, Person)
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Unrestricted
Conditions Governing Use
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Extent
0.1 linear ft. (1 envelope)
Language of Materials
English
Additional Description
Abstract
In English.
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