Letter, 1842 November 7, Boston, to Daniel Webster, Washington.

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Letter, 1842 November 7, Boston, to Daniel Webster, Washington.

Recommends Ralph Emerson for appointment as consul.

2 p. on 1 fold. leaf. 26 cm.

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