Correspondence, 1914-1919: Artist Commissions and Sale of the House

Letter from William Gray Purcell to Charles W. Sexton Company (January 4, 1915)

Gentlemen:-

We have had a small fire at my dwelling, 2328 Lake Place, which I brought to the attention of your Mr. Hauschild, and following his suggestion, I hand you herewith my estimate of the damage:

One Living Room Rug, 10'06" x 25'6" from G. F. Weber Studios...........................$187.00
Damage to floor......................................5.00
1 Copy Galsworthy's Plays....................... 1.50
1 Ladies suit (damaged in trying to put out fore with skirt)............................... 75.00
1 Watch in pocket of Ladies skirt............... 5.00
1 Gentleman's suit (damaged in trying to put out fire)...................................... 10.00
Decorations for Christmas tree.................. 5.00

Total: $288.50

Yours very truly, W.P.
 

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