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1882 August 23 . N[athaniel] A[nson] Merrell ALS to "Brother" [Eliada S. Merrell]; Huron, Dak[ota Territory].

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Abstract:
Delay in correspondence because of inability to procure writing materials and an extreme work load. Comments on business, executing a land deed, legal contracts. Defends southern Dakota from its reputation as a “cold, desolate God forsaken country” and his decision to take up farming. The land he has purchased and land he intends to buy - “… there is no land in market yet. Only actual settlers can have title from Uncle Samuel.” Began his status as settler in late May and has built a house and well, believing the value of the land will increase and be valuable for his children. Written on “Law Office of Merrell & Howat” letterhead, which has been modified to read “Merrell Farm.” Envelope reads “N. A. Merrell, Attorney, Dewitt, Iowa,” but has been modified to read “N.A. Merrell, Huron Dak.”
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6 pages

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Collection

Western America collection, 1797-ca. 1898
Total components 105
Last indexed 2024-08-05