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Hayes, Rutherford B., 1822-1893 to Herbert P. Maris re: receipt of & thanks for "Gospel Hymns and Sacred Songs"

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03145 Author/Creator: Hayes, Rutherford B., 1822-1893 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1878/05/20 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 17.7 cm, Width: 11.3 cm Order a Copy

Written on Executive Mansion stationery.

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