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Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864 to Richard H. Jackson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.210 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 April 1862 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope Height: 33 cm, Width: 20.5 cm Order a Copy

He writes of Miss Watson (the lady he is interested in) and how he has introduced her to some of Richard's friends. He says his new partner, Elizabeth, will be happy to meet him.

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