Rubens Peale letterbooks, 1802-1814, 1824 Bulk, 1802-1814 1802-1824

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Rubens Peale letterbooks, 1802-1814, 1824 Bulk, 1802-1814 1802-1824

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This collection of letters and letterbooks reflects Coleman Sellers' personal interests and his role as consulting engineer for the electric power-plant at Niagara Falls.

2.0 Volume(s), 2 volumes, 77 p.

American Philosophical Society

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