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John P Schlessman
336 Bessemer St.
Steelton
Pa.,

Govenor Utah
Salt Lake City
Utah.

Dear sir:

We consider the execution of Joe
Hill to be rank murder, it is
a blow at liberty and a crime
against the working class of the
United States.

We believe he was found
guilty by a prejudice jury.

We would ask you to
use you influence to set him
free.

Signed:

John P Schlessman
Ruth Schlessman
Mrs. J. P. Schlessman
Grace E. Sclessman