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Moore, John, 1826-1907 to Mary Moore

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04191.03 Author/Creator: Moore, John, 1826-1907 Place Written: Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: March 9, 1844 Pagination: 3p. : address ; 25.5 x 19.8 cm. Order a Copy

He comments on Richard's previous illness and reports that both he and Robert are healthy in Louisiana. He is anxious to return home. He contemplates the difference between rhyme and poetry, with examples.

Moore, John, 1826-1907

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