Ellery, William, 1727-1820 to George G. Channing
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00108.06 Author/Creator: Ellery, William, 1727-1820 Place Written: Newport, Rhode Island Type: Autograph letter signed Date: April 30, 1813 Pagination: 3 p. : address ; 21 x 17 cm. Order a Copy
Thanks his grandson for his letter and advises him to stop apologizing so much for the delay in writing. Apologizes for the character of his own writing, which has resulted from not taking proper care of his pen. Discusses his understanding of feminine psychology. Sends his love to the family.
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