Letter signed John Rogers Kimball, Alton, to Augustine P. Kimball and Bowker, Town & Co., Boston, Mass. I took a regular survey of the market at St. Louis and find the city completely clear of all kinds of desirable goods. I have especially noticed the clothing market. There is a large lot of cheap, unsaleable clothing. The plain, desirable goods are always scarce here after a few weeks. The boat hands buy an immense amount of goods. Would like to do business with your firm. Mentions articles desired particularly frock coats of finer quality in dark colors, especially blue. This is first rate country and I am enjoying visit. I am half inclined to settle in the West. Money can be made here and now is the time to strike. Visited the Monticello Institute for females. You cannot find a finer school anywhere. Also visited many beautiful homes near Alton. Individuals mentioned: Douglas Fairbanks, May Caldwell, Mr. Godfrey, Miss Cone, Rev. Mr. Baldwin, Mr. B. Bush, Mack Pierson, Mr. and Mrs. Wade, Mr. Jamison, Kimball, Deacon Lambert, Heywood, Samuel Pitcomb, Mr. Ross, Altwood, and J. and A.O. Miller. Businesses mentioned: Godfrey, Gillman & Co. Places mentioned: St. Louis, Galena, Roxby, Chicago, and Quincy. [Purchased from Mr. Michael Peter, 29 2nd St. Dover, New Hampshire, $2.00 May, 1938.], 1838 July 7, Box: 1, Folder: 4. Saint Louis History Collection, A1427. Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center.

Letter signed John Rogers Kimball, Alton, to Augustine P. Kimball and Bowker, Town & Co., Boston, Mass. I took a regular survey of the market at St. Louis and find the city completely clear of all kinds of desirable goods. I have especially noticed the clothing market. There is a large lot of cheap, unsaleable clothing. The plain, desirable goods are always scarce here after a few weeks. The boat hands buy an immense amount of goods. Would like to do business with your firm. Mentions articles desired particularly frock coats of finer quality in dark colors, especially blue. This is first rate country and I am enjoying visit. I am half inclined to settle in the West. Money can be made here and now is the time to strike. Visited the Monticello Institute for females. You cannot find a finer school anywhere. Also visited many beautiful homes near Alton. Individuals mentioned: Douglas Fairbanks, May Caldwell, Mr. Godfrey, Miss Cone, Rev. Mr. Baldwin, Mr. B. Bush, Mack Pierson, Mr. and Mrs. Wade, Mr. Jamison, Kimball, Deacon Lambert, Heywood, Samuel Pitcomb, Mr. Ross, Altwood, and J. and A.O. Miller. Businesses mentioned: Godfrey, Gillman & Co. Places mentioned: St. Louis, Galena, Roxby, Chicago, and Quincy. [Purchased from Mr. Michael Peter, 29 2nd St. Dover, New Hampshire, $2.00 May, 1938.], 1838 July 7, Box: 1, Folder: 4. Saint Louis History Collection, A1427. Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center. https://mohistory.mobiusconsortium.org/repositories/2/archival_objects/17011 Accessed September 19, 2024.