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Booth, Thomas R. (1861-1908) to T.M. King

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03347.46 Author/Creator: Booth, Thomas R. (1861-1908) Place Written: Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 October 1881 Pagination: 1 p. ; 21.3 x 26.5 cm. Order a Copy

Booth says he would be happy to acept the job as soon as he is done with his current position

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