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Virginia Waring to Samuel L. Clemens
31 March 1884 • Washington, D.C.
(MS: CU-MARK, UCLC 41996)

My dear Mr. Clemmens—

I have had many applications from friends desiring autographs of distinguished authors; and as yours is one so often begged for, I think I ought to keep quite a store on hand.

Will you then kindly send me at once, a dozen or so (with your nom de plume as well)?

When these are exhausted I shall forthwith notify you that I may receive a fresh supply.

Knowing your reputation for amiability I shall feel no hesitation in asking this slight favor.

Very cordially yours

Virginia Waring.

2009 J. st.  Washington        D.C. April 1st 1884.

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