TLS, 1885 February 16, Femont, Ohio, to John Sherman.

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TLS, 1885 February 16, Femont, Ohio, to John Sherman.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/24082825

Hayes writes to Senator John Sherman paying tribute to George Washington at the time of the dedication of the Washington Monument.

1 p., 27.8 x 20 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Sherman, John, 1823-1900

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