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Patterson, Thomas H., 1820-? to John L. Barnes

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03479.38 Author/Creator: Patterson, Thomas H., 1820-? Place Written: Norfolk, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 November 1867 Pagination: 1 p. ; 25.1 x 19.8 cm. Order a Copy

Written by Commander Patterson to Lieutenant Commander Barnes of the Naval Academy. As the newly elected treasurer of the Branch United Naval Association of the U.S. Navy Yard at Norfolk he is forwarding the names of members who have paid dues. Wants to know if the books and postage stamps to transact the business of society will be provided by Barnes.

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