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Richard, Mrs. M. (fl. 1966-1970) to Nancy

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09600.17 Author/Creator: Richard, Mrs. M. (fl. 1966-1970) Place Written: Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 December 1969 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope ; 22.8 x 15.2 cm. Order a Copy

Nancy's grandmother writes about Nancy's prior weekend away from school and the weather. Her grandmother mentions her sewing clothes for Nancy. She discusses Steven's driver and that she wants to go to Canal Street when she can. She also mentions Morris who left on his ship on December 10, 1969.

Richard, Mrs. M. (fl. 1966-1970)
Anderson, Nancy, fl. 1966-1970
Richard, Grandpa (fl. 1966-d. 1970)
Anderson, Mama, fl. 1966-1970

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