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Moore, John, 1826-1907 to Mary Moore Kelly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04195.46 Author/Creator: Moore, John, 1826-1907 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 September 1867 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.8 x 25.1 cm. Order a Copy

He met with the brother of Sherman's wife, of the Ewing family, who had requested Moore's presence upon her visit. She needs advice on finishing schools for her daughter. He describes a visit along the Hudson river.

Moore, John, 1826-1907
Kelly, Mary Moore, 1819-1899

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