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Moore, John B., fl. 1847 to Mary Moore

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04191.17 Author/Creator: Moore, John B., fl. 1847 Place Written: Bedford, Alabama Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 December 1847 Pagination: 2p. : address ; 24.6 x 19.6 cm. Order a Copy

He wonders if he was missed at Christmas. They had a ball the night before Christmas with dancing. He wonders if Richard picked up his coat, and hopes she will send some new shirts. He has heard about certain deaths due to smallpox.

Moore, John, 1826-1907

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