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Booth, H., fl. 1855-1856 to Thomas

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03347.36 Author/Creator: Booth, H., fl. 1855-1856 Place Written: New Castle, DE Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 April 1855 Pagination: 2.5 p. : Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 26 cm Order a Copy

Their income has been severely cut. They cannot possibly live where they are now with the rent and board. They would prefer a smaller house. He tells him he wants him to have his father's watch.

Booth, H., fl. 1855-1856

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