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Tehama Cala Jany 20th 1860

Hon Milton S. Latham

Dr Sir
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my claim against the United States
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I would prefer that it be sent
direct to my address at this place.

And if not, you will please
inform me on what messenger
payment will be made, that
I may know in what direction
to look for the funds.

I am sorry to say that I believe
Stanford will be elected on
account of the split in the Dem