Jean Baptiste Masson’s July 1902 Letter Introducing Paul to a Notary

thomas brennerOct 27, 2026 · 2 min read

Merceuil, July 11, 1902 | Signed letter of introduction. The writer identifies Paul Masson as his son and asks a notary to explain obligations contracted at the notary’s office the previous February.

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Paul Masson’s Volnay Cellar in 1888: A 3,500-Franc Wine Draft

An 1888 draft inventories Volnay wine, Gamay, white wine on the lees, and cask terms. Members can read the scan, French transcription, translation, and the unresolved phrase possibly referring to wine from America.

Oct 27, 2026 · 5 min read

Paul Masson and His Wife: A Southern Pacific Courtesy Pass, 1894

A complimentary Southern Pacific pass names Paul Masson and his wife for a California round trip. Explore both attached C238 panels, the Crocker signature, full transcription, and the unanswered story behind the courtesy.

Oct 27, 2026 · 4 min read

Paul Masson at Fifteen: His 1874 French School Certificate

Paul Masson’s 1874 grammar certificate names Merceuil and February 14, 1859 as his birthplace and birth date. Read the French transcription, English translation, and analysis of his classical education.

Oct 27, 2026 · 4 min read

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