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Hemans, Joseph A., fl. 1892 to Alexander Shiras

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02429.54 Author/Creator: Hemans, Joseph A., fl. 1892 Place Written: Nebraska Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 March 1893 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 12.8 cm Order a Copy

Explains that he is in school, that his sister died over the winter, and that his mother was sick (but getting better). Notes that they had a picture of Shiras. Mentions the saddle he received from them long ago. Tells him they never forget them. Notes that he plays the organ in church. Provides other family news.

Shiras, Alexander, 1813-1894
Hemans, Joseph A., 1872-?

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