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7 August 1860

Wright, Henry C., 1797-1870

Autograph quotation signed

Title: [Man's natural demands are God's only commands...]

Wright writes: "Man's natural demands are God's only commands./ Who so best understands the demands of his nature & most perfectly & healthfully supplies them, best understands & most perfectly obeys the commands of God." Removed from an autograph album.

GLC05508.270

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