The Western Union Telegraph Company

Description:
Telegram from the Western Union Telegraph Company, Alpena, Michigan, dated 3:00 pm, October 14, 1889, to William R. Soutar. The telegram form is printed in black text on yellowed paper and has a message that is handwritten in ink that reads "Straight load two inch norway [lumber] for hall here to Detroit, no transfers. J. T. Barthwell."
Date Issued:
1889-01-01T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Detroit Historical Society
Collection:
Maritime
Subject Topic:
Western Union Telegraph Company
Subject Name:
Soutar, William R. and Barthwell, J.T.
Rights:
No Copyright - United States
URL:
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/A8E2E271-7CCD-4EEA-86AC-994545437364