This stained and slightly yellowed paper envelope contained a signature and a calling card

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Description:

This stained and slightly yellowed paper envelope contained a signature and a calling card. A handwritten note on the front of the envelope shows "This envelope contains the signature of Capt. F. Martin, the oldest man in Detroit. Contributed by Mrs. Gilbert B. Seymour. Capt. Martin was born in June, 1800." The envelope flap is sealed with a gold-colored adhesive seal.

Date Issued:

1900-01-01T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Detroit Historical Society

Collection:

Detroit Anniversaries

Subject Topic:

1901 Time Capsule and Revenue Marine

Subject Name:

Martin, Francis and Seymour, Mrs. Gilbert B.

Rights:

No Copyright - United States

URL:

http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/F4A8919D-6A17-4F69-B2CE-090912350191