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Scott, Asahel Adams, 1829-1894 to Brother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09832.34 Author/Creator: Scott, Asahel Adams, 1829-1894 Place Written: Allens Grove, Wisconsin Type: Letter signed Date: 20 July 1858 Pagination: 4 p. ; 25 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to "Brother" dated Allens Grove, July 20, 1858 from A.A. Scott. Pertains to his workload being lessened, provides updates on the business of his neighbors; and likelihood of finding new work. Page 4 contains a note from Mary Scott addressed to "Sister" wishing she would visit soon.

Scott, Asahel Adams, 1829-1894
Scott, Mary Frances, 1836-?

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