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Moore, John, 1826-1907 to Mary Moore

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04191.21 Author/Creator: Moore, John, 1826-1907 Place Written: Greene County, Alabama Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 July 1848 Pagination: 4p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 19.8 cm Order a Copy

He wishes Robert would come take his position in October. He plans on coming home after finishing this session. The slaves have been busy in preparation for an upcoming barbeque.

Moore, John, 1826-1907

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