Douglass, Frederick, 1818-1895 to John Sherman
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02841 Author/Creator: Douglass, Frederick, 1818-1895 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 April 1888 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 20.5 x 12.6 cm. Order a Copy
Intends to give Sherman a copy of a speech he (Douglass) gave on the 26th anniversary of the abolition of slavery, if the speech is published. Supports Sherman's attempt for the presidency on the Republican ticket. Written on Cedar Hill, Anacostia, D.C. stationery.
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