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Nicholson, Charles, fl. 1864-1865 to Allie

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02171.01 Author/Creator: Nicholson, Charles, fl. 1864-1865 Place Written: Wilmington, Deleware Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1864 Pagination: 6 p. : envelope ; 13.5 x 21.5 cm. Order a Copy

He learned by letter that his father has become an invalid. He talks of the various troubles associated with their father's illness. He tells Allie not undervalue letter writing, particularly when she is so gifted.

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