RARE 1905 MississippiSupreme CourtJudicial Letter - C.L. Sivley/CalhoonOxford MS For Sale

The product is a rare 1905 Mississippi Supreme Court judicial letter addressed to C.L. Sivley and Calhoon in Oxford, Mississippi. This collectible piece of paper offers a glimpse into the legal proceedings of the early 20th century, adding historical value to any collection of correspondence or paper items. It serves as a unique piece of memorabilia from a specific period in time, making it a valuable find for collectors and history enthusiasts. Good/Fair Vintage Condition. Original 1905 typed letter on Stone & Sivley Attorneys at Law letterhead. Features a clear, bold fountain pen signature by C.L. Sivley. Shows standard age-toning, mailing folds, and a minor moisture stain on the bottom right corner which does not affect the text or signature.
Item Description:
Up for sale is a significant piece of Mississippi legal and political history. This original typed letter, dated June 7, 1905, originates from the law offices of Stone & Sivley in Oxford, Mississippi.
The correspondence is addressed to Judge S.S. Calhoon (Associate Justice of the MS Supreme Court) regarding the reappointment of Judge Jeff Truly to the Supreme Bench. The letter highlights the political inner workings of the early 20th-century Mississippi judiciary, mentioning a petition from the bar and referencing Judge Whitfield (Chief Justice Albert Hall Whitfield).
Historical Figures Mentioned:
• C.L. Sivley: Noted Oxford attorney and later General Attorney for the Illinois Central Railroad.
• Judge S.S. Calhoon: Mississippi Supreme Court Justice (1900–1908).
• Judge Jeff Truly: Mississippi Supreme Court Justice (1903–1906).
• Judge Albert Hall Whitfield: Chief Justice of the Mississippi Supreme Court.
Specifications:
• Date: June 7, 1905
• Location: Oxford, MS
• Format: Typed on Watermarked Bond Paper
• Authenticity: 100% Original Ephemera