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Reuben, fl. 1868 to Brother and Sister Scott

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09832.41 Author/Creator: Reuben, fl. 1868 Place Written: Fairfax, Iowa Type: Letter signed Date: 10 December 1868 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20.3 x 12.6 cm. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to "Brother and Sister Scott," dated Fairfax, Iowa, dated December 10, 1868 from Reuben. Describes the family; the cold weather and their brother who has been buying land. Includes a second note dated Saturday Eve from Olive related to her weak health and updates on family members.

Olive, fl. 1868
Reuben, fl. 1868

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