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Becker, Samuel (fl. 1943-) to Dad

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09414.1697 Author/Creator: Becker, Samuel (fl. 1943-) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1929-1945 Pagination: 2 p. ; 13.7 x 21.5 cm. Order a Copy

Sam writes that he would like a certified copy of David's birth certificate. Since Mad is in Florida Sam thought he'd be able to help him. He also says that he misses David terribly.

Becker, Samuel, fl. 1943-

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