ALS, 1898 May 24 : Boston, MA, to "Hibernia." (Lady Castleton).

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ALS, 1898 May 24 : Boston, MA, to "Hibernia." (Lady Castleton).

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Holmes' religious beliefs fell between skepticism and agnosticism. This letter represents his attempts to set forth his views at 57 years of age. This is written on the letterhead for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Supreme Judicial Court; Court House, Boston.

3 p. ; 25.5 x 20.5 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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