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February 17, 1876

Febiger, George Lea, 1822-1891

Autograph document signed

Title: to Mrs. John D. Townsend

Febiger, who served as major and paymaster in the United States Army during the Civil War, informs Mrs. Townsend: "I regret exceedingly that it will not be in my power to accept your kind invitation for the evening of the 22d instant. With my best wishes for the success of the praiseworthy object of the St. John's Guild..."

GLC00468.05

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