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Francis, Edward E., fl. 1864-1866 to George F. Morse

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02180.16 Author/Creator: Francis, Edward E., fl. 1864-1866 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 12, 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 21.4 cm, Width: 26.4 cm Order a Copy

struggling business, gratitude for Morse's letters, and expressions of piety and faith.

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