Letter from Thomas C. Wales to Samuel Downer regarding a successful reunion

Letter from Thomas C. Wales to Samuel Downer regarding a successful reunion

In this letter, written on T. C. Wales & Co. letterhead, Thomas C. Wales begins by stating that a mistake in the spelling of his name resulted in someone named Thomas B. Wales taking his place. He then says that regardless of this mistake he still had a very pleasant time catching up with his old comrades and eating the excellent chowder and clams. He ends the letter by thanking Samuel Downer for a very pleasant reunion.

Downer, Samuel, 1807-1881

Merrill, Joshua, 1829-1904

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Wales, Thomas C.

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1877 August 11

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Boston (Mass.)

Hingham (Mass.)

1848

1877 August 9

Hingham Public Library

NAT. WALES.        

T. C. WALES & CO.

Agents for

Goodyear Metallic Rubber Shoe Company,

95 PEARL STREET.

Boston, Augt [sic] 11^th 1877 

Friend Downer

I was intending to thank you for the splendid good Old “Free Soil” time I had on the 9^th inst [sic] But I find that one little letter – B- instead of C- put another man in my place

Never mind.  I did enjoy the meeting and shaking hands with many many old brother “Free Soilers of 1848.” And Mr Merrill (your partner) <insertion: can> testify to my indulging in the excellent Chowder and Baked Clams to my hearts (or appetites[)] Content.  It was a very pleasant meeting all around and I do thank you for it               

Yours truly

                                                                Tho^s C Wales

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