James Ord to James Lycurgus Ord., 02/02/1852-02/02/1852

File — Box: 1, Folder: 13

Identifier: 81709

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

Contains sixteen letters from James Ord to his son James Lycurgus Ord. Arranged chronologically, 1847-1858.

Dates

02/02/1852-02/02/1852

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Shelf Location

08/19/01

Container Summary

1 Autograph Letter Signed dated 2/2/1852 from James Ord to his son James Lycurgus Ord, regarding a ranch in Sacramento, family news, reference to Edward Otho Cresap Ord, James' land bounty for War of 1812 services, Edward's land bounty for Mexican War services, and James' plans to move to California. Sent from Washington, D.C. to Monterey, California.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

ORD, JAMES - CORRESP. TO ORD, JAMES LYCURGUS (1852): Autographed Letter

ORD, JAMES LYCURGUS - CORRESP. FROM ORD, JAMES (1852): Autographed Letter

ORD, EDWARD OTHO CRESAP - REFERENCE (1852): Autographed Letter