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Flitner, M.E., fl. 1860 to daughter

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02669.088 Author/Creator: Flitner, M.E., fl. 1860 Place Written: Pittston Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 April 1859 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 30.3 cm, Width: 19 cm Order a Copy

M. E. Flitner wrtites a letter to her daughter inquiring about how her schooling is going and about the much improved health of her younger children at home. The document states that $5.00 was included with the letter.

Jackson, Elizah, Jr., fl. 1859
National Expansion and Reform, 1815-1860
Children and Family
Education
Health and Medical
Money
The First Age of Reform

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