1835 US Stampless folded business letter w/Phila 8-sided cancel to Franklin, TN

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1835 US Stampless folded letter with red Phila 4 Apr (Philadelphia - April) eight-sided broken line postmark, likely doubled - Phila is 3 mm high --- 20 in script at upper right --- addressed to Mr. Parks, formerly of the firm of Parks, Campbell & Co, Merchants, Franklin, Tennessee --- seal is present with small hole torn in back flap and mark on corresponding back flapLetter is dated Philadelphia, April 4, 1835, and begins Sir --- the writer says, "I addressed to you a letter some time [ago] in relation to the account now standing on my old books against the firm of Parks Campbell & Co to which I was not so fortunate as to receive a reply"He explains, "Presuming that you would visit this City in the present Spring I concluded that you are waiting for a personal interview to close it, in preference to forwarding the money by mail." --- he continues, "Although I confidently expected to see you when you should arrive, I learn to my regret that you have been [here], made your purchases and returned again to Tennessee."He explains this "leaves me no other choice than again to request your attention to it by letter, which I hope your sense of justice will not permit you likewise to overlook" --- he details, "The account stands upon the books, thus" and below that, Messrs Parks Campbell & Co; 1833 April 16. Merchandise received from Jeremiah Field 156.87; Credit by Cash in account of above 60.00; Balance due $96.87He explains, "The amount is small, but I am anxious to close it, and earnestly hope you will forward it to me within a short time after this is received." --- signed, Very Respectfully, Yours W. V. Pettit --- the postscript adds, "I address this to Mr. Parks, as he is the gentleman with whom I had the pleasure of an acquaintance, and who I understand has the settlement of the business" and the writer initials to close --- some small slits and holes at folded edges and corners --- creases from folding; DARK STRIP ACROSS BOTTOM OR SIDES IS THE PLASTIC HOLDER IN THE SCANMoney back guaranteed if stamp(s) and/or cover(s) is/are not to your satisfaction. IF SHIPPED OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES, ALL ITEMS OVER $50.00 MUST BE SENT BY REGISTERED MAIL ($13.65 USPS Fee in addition to the $2.50 s/h charges). These additional postal fees must be paid for by the winning bidder.For United States residents, all items over $50.00 must be sent with delivery confirmation (an additional $1.50 fee) or by insured mail. These additional postal fees must be paid for by the winning bidderPLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:I send all invoices via regular e-mail from my e-mail address to your personal e-mail address with payment instructions the evening after the auction.If you win more than one item, please wait for the invoice and always check your spam box if you haven't received it .International buyers please note, "Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying." (source, ebay)Shipping and handling is as follows:US Bidders pay $1.50, Bidders from all other countries pay $2.50 except if a registered fee is required PLEASE READ INFORMATION AFTER THE DESCRIPTION; Items are well packaged and always include at least two pieces of cardboard.Combined lots reduce shipping and handling fees. Items sent by insured, registered, or certified mail will incur additional postage fees. APS member#183186. read more

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