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Scott, Joel, Mrs., fl. 1844-1888 to Sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09832.11 Author/Creator: Scott, Joel, Mrs., fl. 1844-1888 Place Written: s.l. Type: Letter signed Date: 18 February Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.6 x 12.6 cm. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to "Sister" dated February 18 from an unknown recipient. Pertains to feeling ill; health of her
four-month-old son, Charly; cost of baby supplies; and updates of neighbors.

Scott, Charly, 1844-1888
Scott, Joel, fl. 1844-1888
Scott, Joel, Mrs., fl. 1844-1888
Scott, Bennet L., fl. 1856

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