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Maxwell, Alexander S., fl. 1861-1864 to Richard H. Jackson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.352 Author/Creator: Maxwell, Alexander S., fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: Frederick City, MD Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 May 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 13.5 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

He called on some friends who were very disappointed in not seeing Richard but are hoping to see him next week.

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