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Booth, Thomas R., fl. 1861-1908 to Dear Sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03347.30 Author/Creator: Booth, Thomas R., fl. 1861-1908 Place Written: Trinity College Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 November 1848 Pagination: 3.5 p. : Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 26 cm Order a Copy

He is glad Tyler won the election. The city was illuminated in celebration. He once stayed with William S. Masey and his wife. Their uncle is in debt and he would like to help him.

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