J.D.B. De Bow letter, 1865 Dec. 30.

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J.D.B. De Bow letter, 1865 Dec. 30.

Letter from J. D. B. De Bow, New Orleans, La., editor, requesting Mr. Seymour of the NEW YORK TIMES to use his influence by writing a favorable criticism of a comedy by the well-known Louisiana historian, Charles E. A. Gayarre, in order that the play might be brought to the New York stage.

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Gayarré, Charles, 1805-1895

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