A letter from Albert N. Chamness, Treasurer of Wayne County, in Richmond, Indiana to Grover T. Russell in Los Angeles, California. 7 February 1916.

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

A letter from Albert N. Chamness, Treasurer of Wayne County, in Richmond, Indiana to Grover T. Russell in Los Angeles, California. 7 February 1916.

Entry/Object ID

2017.41.1.1009

Description

A letter from Albert N. Chamness, Treasurer of Wayne County, in Richmond, Indiana to Grover T. Russell in Los Angeles, California. 7 February 1916. A typed letter on a letterhead for the Treasurer of Wayne County. Mr. Chamness confirms that he has received Mr. Russell's letter regarding a 9 acre ranch planted to Valencia oranges (Object ID: 2017.41.1.986). Mr. Chamness states that he appreciates Mr. Russell's decision to inform him about the property; however, due to his investment in a 25 acre tract, he is not currently looking to purchase more land. Mr. Chamness states that his term of office will be ending on January 1st, 1917, at which point he may try to make California his new home. Nevertheless, Mr. Chamness clarifies that he is hesitant to change his way of life so drastically. With creases and early signs of foxing, the object is in good condition overall.

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Object Name

Letters (Correspondence)