Mary Jacobs Widow's Pension

The image shows a letter dated July 3, 1936, from the Office of Probate and Juvenile Courts in Hancock County, Findlay, Ohio, addressed to Mrs. John Jacobs of McComb, Ohio. The letter, signed by Paul R. Capell, Probate Judge, informs Mrs. Jacobs that the Veterans Administration and Washington authorities have confirmed her eligibility for a Civil War widow's pension. The letter advises her to fill out and return the forms from the Veterans Administration to ensure she receives the pension. The text mentions that direction was sought for her application, and there is a sense of assurance that she will soon receive her pension benefits. The document is written on official letterhead.