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Pemberton, John M. (fl. 1950-1957) to Kay Pemberton

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09609.12 Author/Creator: Pemberton, John M. (fl. 1950-1957) Place Written: Randolph, Texas Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 November 1957 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 25.5 x 20.2 cm;
photograph ; 10.2 x 6.3 cm.
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One letter dated Sunday, November 30, 1957, to Kay Pemberton from her husband, John M. Pemberton. Details base responsibilities; taking down the temporary sites and moving it for long amounts of time. Expresses excitement regarding returning home. Included with letter is an enhanced photo of a topless woman with a third breast and caption, "Man Wanted With Three Hands!!"

Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957
Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

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