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Whittier, John G., 1807-1892 to unknown

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05092.01 Author/Creator: Whittier, John G., 1807-1892 Place Written: Danvers, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 May 1886 Pagination: 5 p. : Height: 17.6 cm, Width: 11 cm Order a Copy

Whittier declines an invitation to a religious festival because it coincides with the Quarterly Meeting of Friends (Quakers) at Amesbury, Massachusetts. He discusses schisms within his correspondent's religious community, particularly the debate over predestination.

Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892

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