Author: FORCE, M. F
Title: Special Report on the Subject of Pensions at the Ohio Soldiers' and Sailors Home
Description: Sandusky, Ohio: Sandusky, OH, 1896. First Edition. Paperback. Minutes of the Board November 25, 1896 requesting an investigation as to the feasibility and propriety of requiring all pensioners of the home to pay part of their pension to the state.... 8 pages. Imprint. Excellent condition. In 1886, a group of citizens led by I. F. Mack of Sandusky successfully petitioned the state legislature to establish a home for Ohio's honorably discharged Civil War veterans who, because of incapacitating disease, wounds, or other cause, were unable to earn a living. Governor J. B. Foraker appointed a commission charged with the duty of selecting a site and arranging for construction of the home. We provide delivery tracking on US orders. Book now in archival sleeve to protect condition. Rare.; 8 pages; Missing as of 12/06. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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