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Two hand written pen and ink letters regarding the employment of teacher Michael C. Krom in

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Two hand written pen and ink letters regarding the employment of teacher Michael C. Krom in

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Two hand written pen and ink letters regarding the employment of teacher Michael C. Krom in Marbletown NY (Ulster County) in 1833, a payment statement, and 2 double pages of a student list "Daybook" - the largest measures 13" x 17 3/4". The first letter supports his qualifications to be a teacher in this school district, and the second spells out the conditions and terms of employment including his salary - the job to including teaching subjects "spelling, reading, writing and arithmetic". See photos of all 5 hand written elements for further information.

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Two hand written pen and ink letters regarding the employment of teacher Michael C. Krom in

Name: Two hand written pen and ink letters regarding the employment of teacher Michael C. Krom in
SKU: 134914846
Price: 100 USD
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