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Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869 to Frederic

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00066.106 Author/Creator: Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869 Place Written: Memphis, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: August 28, 1862 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 19.7 cm Order a Copy

William Pearce reports that his resignation was still not accepted. He also discusses finances. The letter was written in pencil.

Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869
Pearce, Frederic, fl. 1861-1868

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