Gibson, Randall Lee, 1832-1892 to his father Tobias Gibson
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04501.038 Author/Creator: Gibson, Randall Lee, 1832-1892 Place Written: New Orleans, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 December 1868 Pagination: 4 p. ; 25 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses sending an old man and his daughter to work at Live Oak plantation. Mentions purchasing articles for his wife. The family's poor financial circumstances continue. A heart felt letter in which Randall discusses family quarrels and jealousies arising from his financial success and his ability to help the family. Written on "Gibson & Austin, Attorneys at Law" letterhead from Randall Lee Gibson's law office.
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