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Hester, M., fl. 1879 to John Hill

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09400.021 Author/Creator: Hester, M., fl. 1879 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 May 1879 Pagination: 1 p. ; 20.3 x 12.7 cm. Order a Copy

A letter from M Hester to John Hill, about writing a recommendation for Hester's wife Connie and forwarding it to Senator Bruce.Also contained with GLC09400.022, a letter from John Hill to Senator Bruce asking for his help in securing a position for Hester's wife, and GLC09400.23, a docket for both letters.

Bruce, Blanche Kelso, 1841-1898
Hester, M., fl. 1879

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