Incomplete letter, undated, ca. 1836 to unknown addressee.

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Incomplete letter, undated, ca. 1836 to unknown addressee.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/15277114

Discusses Indiana's role in the coming presidential election; expresses admiration for General Howard, candidate for Governor of Indiana.

2 p. ; 25 x 20 cm.

Connecticut Historical Society

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SNAC Resource ID: 6860292

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Welles, Gideon, 1802-1878

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