Thompson, Ruth Brown, 1829-1904 to Alexander M. Ross
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03007.47 Author/Creator: Thompson, Ruth Brown, 1829-1904 Place Written: Pasadena, California Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 April 1897 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.5 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy
Wishes to know the cause of his grief, which he mentioned in a previous letter. Hopes he will visit California, and that they can finally meet. Wishes to introduce him to her grandson, who also has a strong love of nature. Discusses other family matters.
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