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Skinner, Thomas, fl. 1859 to unknown

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03133.04 Author/Creator: Skinner, Thomas, fl. 1859 Place Written: Raleigh, North Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: December 1, 1859 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope Height: 24.8 cm, Width: 19.6 cm Order a Copy

Writes a favorable letter recommending William Clegg, who he knows through business. States that Clegg is industrious and "worthy of all confidence." Envelope is addressed to Mr. Clegg.

Clegg, William, fl. 1859-1907
Skinner, Thomas, fl. 1859

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