Letters from W.O. Jr. to his father Dr. Owens, September 15, 30 1886; January 12, 1887
Scope and Contents
Letter 1: In this letter signed by "W.O. Jr." to his father, he discusses the purchase of a Downey ranch and asks his father for an advance to pay for the ranch. "W.O. Jr." provides details of the agreement with the owner of the ranch as well as the expenses regarding the sale and taxes for the ranch, and farm equipment.
Letter 2: In this letter signed by "W.O. Jr." to his father, he discusses the completion of the sale of the [Downey] ranch to his father and Jas. D. Parker including information regarding the deed, and taxes. Also discussed is W.O. Jr.'s purchase of a horse, and inquires about his mother.
Letter 3: In this letter signed by "W.O. Jr." to his father, he discusses his visit to the ranch and reports on the status of the alfalfa, corn, and potatoes, the prices of seed and alfalfa hay; the weather; and other happenings around the ranch.
Dates
- September 15, 30 1886; January 12, 1887
Access
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Extent
From the Series: 2 boxes
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Repository Details
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