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Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864 to Miss (Kitty)

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02170.53 Author/Creator: Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: Indianapolis, Indiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 July 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 26.3 x 21.5 cm. Order a Copy

.He thinks she should not tell anyone he gave her money because they will not leave her alone if they knew. He would love to go to church with her but they will have to be patient.

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