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Harrison, B. (fl. 1859) to Robert Arrington

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03133.05 Author/Creator: Harrison, B. (fl. 1859) Place Written: Raleigh, North Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: circa 6 December 1859 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope ; 20.2 x 12.8 cm. Order a Copy

Introduces Arrington to William Clegg, speaking favorably of him. Suggests that Clegg may need introductions to railroad men Arrington may know.

Harrison, Benjamin, 1833-1901
Arrington, Robert, fl. 1859
Clegg, William, fl. 1859-1907

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