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Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-? to Frances B. Shiras

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02429.48 Author/Creator: Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-? Place Written: Nebraska Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 June 1880 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.3 cm, Width: 25.4 cm Order a Copy

Thanks Shiras and others for money sent (possibly for Daniel Hemans's grave stone). Thinks the Santee had enough money for a grave stone. Discusses her baby boy, Daniel, and his humorous actions. Comments on her other son's riding activities and his need for his own saddle. Discusses her garden positively, noting her sister's aid. Indicates she will send a picture, and describes how time and grief have transformed her from fleshy and plump to thin. Notes that Allie is now eight years old, can copy letters but not write sentences, and only studies at school. Discusses money she received from the Clergyman Mutual Insurance League.

Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-?
Shiras, Frances B., 1814-?

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