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McLean, R.J., fl. 1862 to Mary "Mollie" McLean

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02161.012 Author/Creator: McLean, R.J., fl. 1862 Place Written: Elizabeth Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 January 1862 Pagination: 4 p. ; 17.7 x 11.3 cm. Order a Copy

Harry is ill with pneumonia. He worries about Harry because he has a slight build and doesn't think he'll be able to endure this "rough world."

Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902

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