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Mark Twain’s house was burgled in 1908. This was the letter that was subsequently posted to the front door.
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Image: Stanley Gould

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Mark Twain’s house was burgled in 1908. This was the letter that was subsequently posted to the front door.

Thanks, Letters of Note.

Image: Stanley Gould

This is brilliant

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