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Libbie, fl. 1862-1864 to Allie

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02171.07 Author/Creator: Libbie, fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: Minneapolis, MN Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 May 1865 Pagination: 3.5 p. : Height: 26.2 cm, Width: 21.2 cm Order a Copy

She has not been very well lately with neuralgia in his head and face. Her daughters continue their studies. She has not heard from cousin Caroline.

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