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Macauley, Catherine S. (fl. 1784-) to Mama

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01795.017 Author/Creator: Macauley, Catherine S. (fl. 1784-) Place Written: London, England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 December 1785 Pagination: 3 p. ; 23 x 18.5 cm. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S. Macaulay dated December 5, 1785. Pertains to her mother travelling. She expresses concern that her mother has been out of the country for so long. Updates her on local neighbors and extended family.

Gregoire, Catharine S., 1764-1821
Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

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