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Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to Miss Wright

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.085 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 Place Written: Birmingham, AL Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 April 1865 Pagination: 3 p : envelope ; 12.7 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy

Gives his friend some sarcastic advice on life.

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