Autograph letter signed : Princeton, to Carey Lea & Co., 1838 Sept. 8.

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Autograph letter signed : Princeton, to Carey Lea & Co., 1838 Sept. 8.

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Acknowledging receipt of a box of books.

1 item (1 p.) ; (8vo)

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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