Hager, Martha, fl. 1799 to Lucy Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09893 Author/Creator: Hager, Martha, fl. 1799 Place Written: Georgetown, D.C. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: May 13, 1799 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 22.7 cm, Width: 18.2 cm Order a Copy
Writes to her friend Lucy Knox (Henry and Lucy Knox's daughter). Discusses her family and says she is finally feeling well. Mentions her last remaining brother died in November from sickness. Comments her composure and health has gradually returned and she is now peaceful. Circa date inferred from Lucy Knox's life span.
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