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Esther, fl. 1872-1873 to Marco Martin

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09832.47 Author/Creator: Esther, fl. 1872-1873 Place Written: Waterbury, Connecticut Type: Document Date: 1 December 1872 Pagination: 6 p. ; 1 envelope ; 18 x 12 cm. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Mrs. Thomas Martin dated Waterbury, December 1, 1872 from Esther. Pertains to Thanksgiving dinner, her daughter Jennie attending kindergarten, reading poetry and her health.

Note: Marco Martin is formally referred to as Mrs. Thomas R. Martin

Esther, fl. 1844-1888
Martin, Marco, fl. 1869-1878

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