Letter, 1834 December 23, George Town, to Daniel Webster, [n.p.].

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Letter, 1834 December 23, George Town, to Daniel Webster, [n.p.].

1834

Mr. Sparks is holding some of General Washington's papers. The matter will be brought before the Congress.

4 p. on 1 fold. leaf. 25 cm.

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