Letter, 1879, January 11, Baltimore, to Professor Pierce [i.e., Peirce], Cambridge, Massachusetts : negative photostat.

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Letter, 1879, January 11, Baltimore, to Professor Pierce [i.e., Peirce], Cambridge, Massachusetts : negative photostat.

Continuing discussion relating to mathematical problems. Apparently intended for Professor Peirce (Benjamin or Charles S.?) and associates (envelope indicates "etc. etc. etc."). Salutation: Dear Cayley [i.e., Arthur Cayley].

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