C. E. Tilton.”

Also the following:

December 1, 1876.

“To Hon. Sam. J. Tilden, No. 15 Gramercy Park, New York:

“I shall decide every point in the case of post-office elector in favor of the highest Democratic elector, and grant certificate accordingly on morning of 6th instant. Confidential.

Governor.”

Also the following:

“San Francisco, December 5.

“Ladd & Bush, Salem:

“Funds from New York will be deposited to your credit here to-morrow when bank opens. I know it. Act accordingly. Answer.