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Washington, Booker T. (1856-1915) Page of notes, probably for a speech: "Cast down your bucket where you are..."

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07805 Author/Creator: Washington, Booker T. (1856-1915) Place Written: [s.l.] Type: Autograph manuscript Date: 1895 ca. Pagination: 1 p. 26.2 x 20.4 cm Order a Copy

Washington, Booker T., 1856-1915

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