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Sarah, fl. 1849-1850 to Everett

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06573.05 Author/Creator: Sarah, fl. 1849-1850 Place Written: South Dartmouth, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 May 1850 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 19.5 cm Order a Copy

Writes to her husband (possibly in Plymouth) about visiting several friends and family members. Mentions the death of a family friend and the subsequent return of Catherine (possibly a sister). Is sorry she will not be able to see him this week but is glad to have finally received his letter. Talks about their baby and how it is getting along. Signed G.S. Rob[inson]. Written on blue paper.

Everett, fl. 1849-1850
Sarah, fl. 1849-1850

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