ALS, 1879 April 1, Winona, Minn. to Father / M.

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ALS, 1879 April 1, Winona, Minn. to Father / M.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/37209332

Relates condition of dams and "works" after ice; also about steam launch of his design. One such boat was built with boiler 3 feet forward in position of his design--with sketches of same and other design specifics.

1 item (2 p.) ; 27 cm.

Haverford College Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7391077

Haverford College Library

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Meigs, Montgomery C. (Montgomery Cunningham), 1816-1892

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