Letter to Mr. Weller from Ben C. Foster, February 8th, 1896.

S. E. Trice writes to Weller to recommended Bro B. C. Foster "of this vicinity." He says that he is a "well-to do, small farmer, in good shape financially." Letter marked Hopkinsville, KY. In a letter from 8 Feb 1896, Foster writes to Weller, explaining that he cannot come to Louisville to select a child, but will pay the railroad fare for one to be sent to him on a trial basis in case he wants to return it. He requests a boy that is "good, healthy, lidable," under 9 or 10 years old, and requests papers. Weller writes on the back "will not send on trial- must come and see us and have understanding" on Feb 10. Letter marked Hopkinsville, KY.

Manuscript Collection, The Filson Historical Society

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