Hager, Martha (fl. 1799) to Lucy Flucker Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09860 Author/Creator: Hager, Martha (fl. 1799) Place Written: Santee, South Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 April 1799 Pagination: 4 p. : address : docket ; 19.9 x 18 cm. Order a Copy
Complains about Knox not writing her. Mentions how isolated they are from everyone. Speaks of mutual acquaintances of theirs. Also discusses the recent deaths and sicknesses in her family. Letter is addressed to "Miss Knox," likely referring to Lucy Flucker Knox, daughter of Henry and Lucy Knox. Written from North Santee, present day Santee, South Carolina.
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