ALS, 1852 November 21 : Boston, to an unknown correspondent.

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ALS, 1852 November 21 : Boston, to an unknown correspondent.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/16849196

The educator writes of his efforts to find a proper school for a young man. He advises the boy should get more sleep and give up strong coffee so "his faculties would be in a better state."

2 3/4 p. ; 21 x 17.5 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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