Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-? to Frances B. Shiras
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02429.14 Author/Creator: Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-? Place Written: South Dakota Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 13 January 1872 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.5 x 12.8 cm. Order a Copy
Writes about how they are getting along, discussing her health. Comments on a potential visit by Shiras. Explains why her upbringing (part with Indians, part with whites) has resulted in her only being to make Santee moccasins with beads and not porcupine quills. Mentions that they have a girl in their house who only speaks Dakota. Discusses their women prayer meetings.
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