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Fendall, Philip Richard II (1794-1868) to James R.Y. Fendall

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03135.11.03 Author/Creator: Fendall, Philip Richard II (1794-1868) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph letter Date: 26 June 1865 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 25.1 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy

Reiterates his desire for his son to return to Washington, D.C., and promises to consider his son's suggestions regarding employment. Also provides information on property belonging to James's aunt.

Fendall, James Robert Young, fl. 1838-1867
Fendall, Philip Richard II, 1794-1868

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