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Stevens, Aaron D., 1831-1860 to his sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07231.10 Author/Creator: Stevens, Aaron D., 1831-1860 Place Written: Charlestown, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 18 January 1860 Pagination: 2 p. Order a Copy

Tells of his upcoming trial and predicts that he will "receive a free pass to the Spirit world." Mentions receiving many presents and aid, including from Mrs. Spring and Miss Watkins. Expresses his desire to tell her more on his views of religion. Written from Charlestown jail.

Brown, John, 1800-1859
Stevens, Aaron Dwight, 1831-1860

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