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Sprague & Gray (fl. 1839) to John Holmes

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09878 Author/Creator: Sprague & Gray (fl. 1839) Place Written: Boston Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 September 1839 Pagination: 1 p. : address ; docket ; 24.4 x 19 cm. Order a Copy

Appears to be discussing a financial matter involving discharging a debt. Docket is written in blue pen likely at a later date.

Sprague & Gray, fl. 1839

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