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Adams, Anne Brown, 1843-1926 to Alexander M. Ross

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03007.23 Author/Creator: Adams, Anne Brown, 1843-1926 Place Written: Petrolia, California Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 April 1889 Pagination: 8 p. : Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 13 cm Order a Copy

Intends to send him all of her recollections regarding Kennedy Farm and preparations for Harpers Ferry Raid, and gives a biography of John E. Cook, one of the raiders. Discusses Cook's upbringing, his marriage, and an affair he had. Tells how Stevens' fiance broke off their engagement hours before he was hung. Upset by comments against her father. Opposed to vaccination of her children. Recipient inferred from content.

Adams, Anne Brown, 1843-1926
Ross, Alexander Milton, 1832-1897
Brown, John, 1800-1859

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