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10 October 1862

Franklin, William Buel, 1823-1903

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry W. Halleck

Wishes to command a proposed military expedition to Texas. Signed twice by Franklin.

GLC02462.05

January 30, 1864

Franklin, William Buel, 1823-1903

Autograph document signed

Title: Special Order 3

GLC02157.46

12 August 1859

Franklin, William Buel, 1823-1903

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Montgomery Meigs

Franklin, the superintendent of construction, writes to Meigs regarding the construction costs of the Capitol Dome.

GLC08246.03