To Albert D. Irving
6 September–31 October 1879 • Elmira, N.Y.,
or Hartford, Conn.
(Chicago Tribune, 11 May 1902: UCCL 12962)

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While I am not well acquainted with the applicant, I am thoroughly well acquainted with Mr. Church, [&] anything he says I am willing to swear to.

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Source text(s):

“How Mark Twain Offended Friend,” Chicago Tribune, 11 May 1902, 59. Copy-text is a facsimile from ProQuest Historical Newspapers.

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