ALS, 1869 June 16 : [Boston, Massachusetts], to William M. Evarts.

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ALS, 1869 June 16 : [Boston, Massachusetts], to William M. Evarts.

1869

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Dana had been asked to assist in the prosecution of Jefferson Davis by his old friend Attorney General Evarts. Dana writes: "I am glad your attention is turned to the fees in the Jefferson Davis case. As I have just taken a house in Boston, and shall have some outlays and greater rent, I wish to get my fees in that case if you think I am entitled to more than those received, and if so, what sum you think it would be proper for me to charge." He encloses a memorandum in which he has outlined his work on the Davis case, showing several trips made between Washington and Richmond.

2 p. ; 25 x 20 cm. & 20 x 12.5 cm. envelope.

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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