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Howard, fl. 1831-1901 to Johnston Livingston re: sailing for the Pacific

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.04181 Author/Creator: Howard, fl. 1831-1901 Place Written: Rio [de] Janeiro, Brazil Type: Autograph letter signed Date: [n.y.]/07/24 Pagination: 1p. + addr. 25.2 x 20.1 cm Order a Copy

Howard writes from aboard the U.S.S. Brandywine, which will sale to the Pacific in a few days. He asks Johnston to retain the letter, as he may "be no more" in a short time.

Howard, fl. 1831-1901

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