Letters to John Wakefield Francis [manuscript], 1836.

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Letters to John Wakefield Francis [manuscript], 1836.

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Knapp writes seeking monetary help and advice on publishing his writings or presenting lectures. He mentions two short stories that Francis might publish: "Blacksmith," and "Intemperate," based on the life of an alcoholic friend. He refers to his writing of tracts for a temperance society, to the life of Colonel Gardnier, and to his appointment as a Maine commissioner.

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Knapp, Samuel L. (Samuel Lorenzo), 1783-1838

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Editor, orator, author. From the description of Letters to John Wakefield Francis [manuscript], 1836. (University of Virginia). WorldCat record id: 647811984 ...

Francis, John W. (John Wakefield), 1789-1861

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Physician, New York City. From the description of Reminiscences of Samuel Latham Mitchill : holograph, [1859]. (New York University, Group Batchload). WorldCat record id: 58761170 New York physician. From the description of Letter, 1853, Dec. 20 : New York City, to Mr. Randall. (Duke University). WorldCat record id: 35073168 John Wakefield Francis was a prominent New York physician, medical lecturer, patron of the arts and author, notably of "Old New Yor...