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January 14, 1865

Booth, Edwin, 1833-1893

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Col. Adam Badeau

Writes that the only spare room he has is for the Clarkes and the spare bed for John Wilkes. Remarks that Badeau is a bit sensitive. States that he will go downtown to visit Badeau soon. Includes a card with Edwin Booth's signature and is dated February 1884.

GLC02508.01

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