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Clapp, George (fl. 1839-1892) to Parents

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09355.106 Author/Creator: Clapp, George (fl. 1839-1892) Place Written: Satterlee Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 November 1864 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope ; 20.3 x 13.5 cm. Order a Copy

Will be going home "between now and next Tuesday." Arm is doing "first rate." Tries to enjoy himself as best he can.

Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892

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