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19 May 1864

Wadhouse, Edgar P., fl. 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Frances Davenport

One letter from Edgar P. Wadhouse to Frances Davenport dated May 19, 1864. Offers kind words to Frances upon learning of the death of her husband. Says never has it been more necessary to trust and submit to the will of God.

GLC03523.09.11

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