1234i. (document) U.S. Life-Saving Service, First District, Jerry’s Point Station c.1899
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1234i. (document) U.S. Life-Saving Service, First District, Jerry’s Point Station c.1899
1234i. (document) U.S. Life-Saving Service, First District, Jerry’s Point Station c.1899. A.A. Mayo, Keeper. Original hand-written letter from Keeper Mayo to James A. Robinson & Son (clothiers), of Bangor, Maine, regarding order for Keeper’s and surfman’s uniforms. Text reads: “Gentlemen. I respectfully inform you that I have received clothing for myself and surfman of this station, and all clothing is allrigfht excepting the vest for surfman T.H. Barber. That is too small for him and I return it to you by the American Express this date for you to make larger. The vest is allright as to length, but vest must be 39 inches around the body over the chest and under the arms, and 40 inches around the bottom of the vest. I will send you a check for the clothing soon. Very Respectfully, A.A. Mayo Keeper.” 8” x 8 ½” on official Life-Saving Service stationery. Rare First District document in overall clean, crisp condition. (VG+). $124.