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Jones & Russell's Pike's Peak Express Co, Denver City, Aug 8 1859, complete sharp strike of cds on yellow cover with manuscript "Paid 10c" rating to Mountain City, Colorado Territory, original letter datelined "Auraria, Aug 6th 1859" and discusses order for supplies and mentions don't neglect my claim; some edge restoration, Very Fine and choice appearance. Estimate $750 - 1,000.
While still operating the Leavenworth City & Pikes Peak Express, Jones and Russell purchased the John Hockaday line, which had the government mail contract to Salt Lake City via the Platte River. Eventually, this led to the termination of the Republican River-Fort Riley route used by the Leavenworth City & Pikes Peak Express. Jones & Russell's express operated from July 1859 to February 1860, charging 25¢ per letter.
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Realized: $1,000