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Dewey, Orville S. to his father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02161.061 Author/Creator: Dewey, Orville S. Place Written: Bakersville, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 October 1862 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 24.8 x 19.6 cm. Order a Copy

He tells his sister not to worry because his health is first-rate and he always tells her the truth. He discusses his pick for gubernatorial honors.

Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902

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