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ORLOV
(Prince Nikolai Alekseevich, 1827-1885, Russian Diplomat and Author)
Autograph letter in French with translation, signed 'N. Orloff', to Dear Friend
asking him to tell me what effect the earthquake had on you and how your health is in general. Mine is progressing slowly but finally some fairly large pieces of bone have been eliminated. A thousand heartfelt friendships from your old friend... 2 sides 8vo., Bellefontaine, 1st February
Item Date: 1885
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Orlov started his career as an officer in the Russian army, and later served variously as the Russian ambassador to Belgium, Great Britain, France, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Germany. He was primarily responsible for the end of corporal punishment under Russian law. Transcription Bellefontaine. 1 février 1885. Cher ami, dites-moi quel effet vous a produit le tremblement de terre et comment va en général votre santé. La mienne avance lentement mais enfin d'assez gros morceaux d'os se sont éliminés. Mille amitiés de cœur de votre vieil ami. N. Orloff Translation Bellefontaine. February 1st 1885. Dear friend, tell me what effect the earthquake had on you and how your health is in general. Mine is progressing slowly but finally some fairly large pieces of bone have been eliminated. A thousand heartfelt friendships from your old friend. N. Orloff
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