Papers 1900-1920

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Papers 1900-1920

Typed manuscripts, re. the "Merrimac Cane" presented to W. G. Deshler by Salmon P. Chase in April, 1864,. The wood and metal of the cane are from the Confederate ship the "Merrimac." Includes Deshler's own story of the cane (May 24, 1900) and a report by his son Jacob Deshler (Dec. 9, 1920) upon presenting the cane to the Ohio Archaeological and Historical Society of Columbus.

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Chase, Salmon P.

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Deshler, William G.

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