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Peteja, Julia, fl. 1945 to Eddie Albert Peteja

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09903.30 Author/Creator: Peteja, Julia, fl. 1945 Place Written: Elizabeth, New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 April 1945 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Eddie Albert Peteja from his sister, Julia Peteja dated April 11, 1945. Gives updates on Elizabeth, New Jersey and mentions that there is a curfew in place. Explains the job opportunities available to women such as working as a seamstress.

Peteja, Eddie Albert, fl. 1944-1945
Peteja, Julia, fl. 1945

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