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Knight, L. M. (fl. 1861-1864) to Richard H. Jackson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.381 Author/Creator: Knight, L. M. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 December 1863 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.7 x 25.7 cm. Order a Copy

He heard that Captain Wheaton is sick. Also he wants to get Jimmy Fileon a clerkship position.

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