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Eddy, Mary Baker (1821-1910) to Mary E. J. Chapin

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04352.02 Author/Creator: Eddy, Mary Baker (1821-1910) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 October 1887 Pagination: 2 p. Order a Copy

"I find it impracticable to see you this week. Am utterly occupied." Assumes Chapin wants to meet with her to discuss a problem she is having with her teacher, Mrs. Woodbury. She empathizes with her and suggests that Chapin work out the problem with her teacher as a Christian.

Eddy, Mary B., fl. 1887

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