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Willett, Marinus, 1740-1830 to Christian Miller

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02338 Author/Creator: Willett, Marinus, 1740-1830 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 14 September 1827 Pagination: 2 p. : address ; 24.5 x 20.1 cm. Order a Copy

Reports on the impending death of his brother and continues with a discourse on the subject. Discusses his belief in everlasting life for those who believe in the divine redeemer. Written in Cedar Grove neighborhood.

Willett, Marinus, 1740-1830
Miller, Christian, 1767-1844

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