Letter, 1849 January 21, Washington, D.C., to Lucius Barber.

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Letter, 1849 January 21, Washington, D.C., to Lucius Barber.

Fears that California fever will mar Wisconsin's prosperity and not only turn the tide of migration against them but draw off many of their young men; mentions the old hero of Buena Vista.

3 p. ; 25 x 20 cm.

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