Autograph Letter, signed and dated June 14, 1849, from William Newc[.?] to George Tibbetts repaying a $5 loan and reporting success in catching a Georgia runaway heading to the Western part of the state [probably New Jersey]

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About this Item

Blue paper. 19.5 x 16 cm. Horizontal crease. Letter written on one side. No envelope. Text of Letter: "Pittstown June 14th 1849 Mr. George Tibbetts Sir. Enclosed is $5.00 to replace the one you handed me in Trenton. I found when I arrived at home $20.00 in my pocket which I received in Newark but I had forgotten the I had it. I started that day from home after 3:00 Oclock in pursuit of a Black Run away from Georgia and I had not received the Court Bounty as of yet. My run away was headed toward the western country until I interrupted his Travels With respect I remain your friend. William Newc[.?]." We have not been able to identify the writer or recipent of this letter.

Seller Inventory # 95801

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Autograph Letter, signed and dated June 14, 1849, from William Newc[.?] to George Tibbetts repaying a $5 loan and reporting success in catching a Georgia runaway heading to the Western part of the state [probably New Jersey]
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • African Americana