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Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to Elon

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.105 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 Place Written: Clyde, OH Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 June 1882 Pagination: 1 p. ; 12.5 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy

Asks that his friend attest to his disability. Writes that he has sent a copy of Theodore Rea's certificate as an example.

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