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Harding, Warren G. (1865-1923) [Speech given to an Elks Club]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04909 Author/Creator: Harding, Warren G. (1865-1923) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph manuscript Date: circa 1914-1923 Pagination: 27 p. ; 27.4 x 21.5 cm. Order a Copy

A draft of a lengthy disquisition on the nature of history and memory, human fellowship and greatness, and the enduring quality of true goodness. Contains many autograph edits. Date approximated from his tenure in national public offices.

Harding, Warren G. (Warren Gamaliel), 1865-1923

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