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Stfafford, Robert H., fl. 1837-1866 to Pa

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02618.024 Author/Creator: Stfafford, Robert H., fl. 1837-1866 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 September 1862 Pagination: 1.5 p. ; 18.7 x 22 cm. Order a Copy

Says he may not hear from him for several weeks. Says he currently has too much to carry and wants to lighten his load.

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