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Bradford, Eliza C., fl. 1889 to Albert Gillett

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.05.29 Author/Creator: Bradford, Eliza C., fl. 1889 Place Written: Ravenna, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 March 1889 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 22.5 cm, Width: 14.3 cm Order a Copy

Addresses him "dear sir" and writes that she was surprised to hear from him. Reports that she has many cares and apologizes that she has fallen into the habit of not responding to letters. Speaks of her deceased husband and tells him, "we are a happy family - my children and I - though very often when we are enjoying ourselves, thoughts of the dear husband come to me..." Gives more details on her family and the winter weather. Signs off, "I believe your son and family are well." Envelope addressed to Mr. A. Gillett, South Valley, New York.

Bradford, Eliza C., fl. 1889
Gillett, Albert, fl. 1888-1895

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