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The H.B. Chase Archive

The image shows an old, weathered handwritten letter, dated May 10, 1840, with neatly formed cursive writing on aged, yellowed paper, suggesting it is a piece of historical correspondence. The letter is unfolded and laid out on a dark, textured surface. Visible folds and creases indicate it was once carefully folded, perhaps for mailing. On one part of the letter, there is a handwritten address, likely indicating the recipient, along with a faded postal stamp marking "TRAVEL

The image shows an old, slightly wrinkled letter written in cursive handwriting on brownish, aged paper, dated May 10, 1840, from Franklin. The letter begins with "Dear Ebenezer" and discusses personal matters, reflecting a conversational tone. The text mentions the writer's intentions and activities, including purchasing land and details about life and homesteading. The letter features classic looping script indicative of the period and expresses sentiments about daily life, financial dealings, and social interactions.

The image shows an old, yellowed sheet of paper with handwritten cursive writing in black ink, displaying a personal letter that appears folded and creased, resting on a black textured background; the letter is written with elegant penmanship, discussing financial matters, family names, and goodwill, signed at the bottom by the writer, who expresses friendly sentiments and addresses the recipient with warmth and familiarity, indicating trust and a longstanding relationship between the author and the letter's recipient.

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POL-HB-12 note to review

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April 25, 2026

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May 29, 2026