Letter signed Jas. B. Eads [James B. Eads], New York, to Capt. Wm. S. Nelson [William S. Nelson], St. Louis, Mo. Discusses two pumps he has ordered from J.S. Gwynne in New York, and instructs Nelson to make preparations for their arrival. Mentions that he has ordered six pairs of pants made expressly for diving bells. Mentions that he sets sail today for Europe on the steamer Pacific., 1854 May 13
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
Collection includes Grant family correspondence, receipts, invitations, stock certificates, and other papers. Notable content includes a letter written by famed engineer James B. Eads and a letter written by Emily W. Grant, providing an eye-witness account of the San Francisco earthquake of 1906.
Dates
- 1854 May 13
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.3 Cubic Feet ( (2 folders; 1 rolled tube; 1 oversize item))
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository