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Williams, A. F. to George May Powell

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00687.240 Author/Creator: Williams, A. F. Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 November 1864 Pagination: 1 p. ; 25 x 19.7 cm. Order a Copy

He has looked at GMP's position and to properly claim life insurance, he must go into active military operations. He thanks him for his "maiden speech."

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

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