Mason & Hamlin Organ Co. NY 1875 Receipt from Henry Elling (Virginia City, MT)

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Mason & Hamlin Organ Co. NY 1875 Receipt from Henry Elling (Virginia City, MT)
Henry Elling was a German immigrant who had moved to Virginia City in 1864. He quickly found success as a merchant, invested in mining, property, and livestock, had an electrical franchise, and became a prosperous banker. By the 1870s, Henry was well established as one of the wealthiest men in state. The Ellings had ten children, seven of who survived to adulthood. They built their house - a mansion, really, by Virginia City standards. In 1876. When Henry died in 1900, he left behind a 3-million-dollar fortune, which Mary promptly put to good use. She donated the funds for the building of the new St Paul’s Episcopal Church, and she nearly doubled the size of the Elling mansion, adding a massive ballroom, sitting room, smoking room, maid’s quarters and extra kitchen. Already well-known, Mary quickly established her name as an extraordinary host. For the next two decades the house was alive with parties, music, and festivities. All classes of people, from the richest to the poorest, were welcomed by Mary.
Showing only minor signs of wear and handling
consistent
with its age.
Toning along left side. Fold creases from posting. No tears or loss. Attractive type faces / fonts. Eye-catching uniform hand writing. In good to very good condition
. Will display well in your collection.
You will receive the exact example shown in the photos. It measures approx. 3 1/2" x 3 1/4"
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securely inside a poly sleeve sandwiched between thin cardboard sheets inside a rigid mailer via USPS First Class mail service with a tracking number. The shipping cost for the first purchase is .00 and no extra cost for additional billheads, letterheads, tickets, patches, post cards, trade cards, stock
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