Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-? to Frances B. Shiras
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02429.30 Author/Creator: Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-? Place Written: Nebraska Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21-22 November 1872 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 23.9 cm, Width: 18.4 cm Order a Copy
Discusses her son, who was sick recently, and her husbands work as the sole clergyman at the Santee Mission. Notes they are currently living in Reverend Hinman's house, until they can have their own built. Discusses her housework, which interrupted the writing of this letter. Thanks Shiras for things she sent her. Comments on a problem with mice eating cloth. Recounts a story in which her small son Joseph accidentally locked himself in a room. Discusses her desire to get her picture taken, if not for a want of money.
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