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Rogers, Matilda, fl. 1817-1834 to Johnston Livingston re: developing Johnston's writing ability

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.04067 Author/Creator: Rogers, Matilda, fl. 1817-1834 Place Written: Tivoli, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: [n.y.]/03/19 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 24.4 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Matilda remarks on an improvement of Johnston's writing, and asks for his opinion regarding the romantic inclinations of his sister "[T]il." She explains how she is anxiously awaiting winter's end, and also relates some gossip concerning the Van Renselaer's. Address leaf on p.4.

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