Letter to Elizabeth Clarkson Zwart. New York, NY. 1940 Sept. 20.

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Letter to Elizabeth Clarkson Zwart. New York, NY. 1940 Sept. 20.

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Discussing his latest activities; mentioning a Swing Fiesta in Harlem.

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