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Overton, William, 1826-? to James Winchester

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06997.072 Author/Creator: Overton, William, 1826-? Place Written: Near Memphis Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 January 1826 Pagination: 3 p. ; 31 x 19 cm. Order a Copy

Encloses a letter from William Lawrence, with a proposal for publication he thinks worthy of consideration. Would like the General's opinion on the subject.

Winchester, James, 1752-1826

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