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Maitland, William G., 1846-? to Bell Maitland

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.188 Author/Creator: Maitland, William G., 1846-? Place Written: Poughkeepsie, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 April 1866 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 20.9 x 26.5 cm. Order a Copy

Grier writes to Bell from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie. Reports he is doing well in his business studies and received high scores on his examinations. Says he goes to Sunday School, Preaching and Class Meeting every Sunday. Inquires about mother.

Maitland, Bell, fl. 1843
Maitland, William Grier, 1847-1921

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