The star of the north. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1849-1866, 1858-12-15
Bloomsbury, April 7lh 1858.
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Congressional Globe" and "Appendix" du.
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JOHN C. RIVES,
Washington, Oct. 10, 1858.