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Washington, George, 1732-1799 The President's address to the people... [farewell address -- proof copy]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02556 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Pamphlet Date: 1796/09/20 Pagination: 23 p. : Height: 19.2 cm, Width: 12.3 cm Order a Copy

The only separate book printing, by J. Ormrod and Conrad. With proof reader's notes and marks. Signature of Robert Meir on first page. Howes WI43, Sabin 101579

Washington, George, 1732-1799

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