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Francis, Edward E. to George F. Morse

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02180.37 Author/Creator: Francis, Edward E. Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 December 1865 Pagination: 4 p. ; 21.4 x 26.1 cm. Order a Copy

encouraging words to Morse on his business prospects, and Francis' infatuation with a young woman

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