Autograph letter signed from James Rees, Philadelphia, to Gabriel Harrison, Esq. [manuscript], 1873 January 17.

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Autograph letter signed from James Rees, Philadelphia, to Gabriel Harrison, Esq. [manuscript], 1873 January 17.

Discusses both Harrison's work on the Payne monument and the fire that destroyed a valuable portion of Edwin Forrest's library. Addressed from 1223 North 13th St., Philadelphia.

2 leaves ; 21 x 14 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7440523

Folger Shakespeare Library

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