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Gadsden, James, 1788-1858 to John Cripps

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03587.15 Author/Creator: Gadsden, James, 1788-1858 Place Written: Vera Cruz, Mexico Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 May 1854 Pagination: 3 p. : address ; Height: 28.2 cm, Width: 22.8 cm Order a Copy

Writes to his Secretary more fully after yesterday's hasty note (GLC03587.14). Discusses the toll the trip to Mexico has taken on Mrs. Gadsden but hopes the rest of their journey will be smooth. Reminds him to set up a bed for himself, Mrs. Gadsden, and Mrs. Monk (Cripps' mother). Mentions the possibility of more guests so Cripps may be prepared. Imprint in upper left corner depicts a galleon under "Paris."

Cripps, John S., fl. 1820-1875
Gadsden, James, 1788-1858

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