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Two letters to Dr. Joseph Worster signed Henry W. Longfellow and O. W. Holmes 1874

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Two letters to Dr. Joseph Worster signed Henry W. Longfellow and O. W. Holmes 1874

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Title:Two letters to Dr. Joseph Worster signed Henry W. Longfellow and O. W. Holmes 1874

Description:Two letters to Dr. Joseph Worster signed by Henry W. Longfellow and O. W. Holmes, 1874. Both writers express regret at not being able to speak on behalf of Dr. Worsterâ€™s charity. Dr. Worster worked tirelessly in infant asylum reform in the late 1800s.The letters are in excellent condition with separation along the folds. These come from a direct descendant of Dr. Worster.

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Type of Piece:Historic letters with autographs

Number of Items:2

Total Weight: 8 oz.

Measurements or Size of Item(s):Largest 5.5 in. x 3 in.

Condition:Very good in original envelopes

Estimated size of package:4x8

Estimated weight of package:8 oz.

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Two letters to Dr. Joseph Worster signed Henry W. Longfellow and O. W. Holmes 1874

Name: Two letters to Dr. Joseph Worster signed Henry W. Longfellow and O. W. Holmes 1874
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