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Scott, J.W., fl. 1858 to Brother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09832.31 Author/Creator: Scott, J.W., fl. 1858 Place Written: s.l. Type: Letter signed Date: 5 January 1858 Pagination: 4 p. ; 25.4 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to "Brother" dated Greene, January 5, 1858 from J.W. Scott. Mentions children, health and finances. On page 4, there is a second letter dated January 6, 1858 addressed to "Sister." Due to ink fading, contents of letter is not discernible.

Scott, J.W., fl. 1858

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