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Gibbons, Parick F. (fl. 1861-1864) to Richard H. Jackson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.413 Author/Creator: Gibbons, Parick F. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Boston Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 January 1864 Pagination: 3 p. + envelope ; 21 x 25.7 cm. Order a Copy

He writes about how people's tastes vary greatly especially when it comes to pens. Then he goes on to say that he is glad Richard is leaving the South before summer sets in because there are better business opportunities in the North.

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