ALS, [1843?] May 22 : to Col. John James Abert.

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ALS, [1843?] May 22 : to Col. John James Abert.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/15278983

Requests assistance in "franking these letters, if it is not contrary to the new laws."

1 p. ; 19 x 12 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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