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Maitland, Ann, 1813-? to Joseph M. Maitland

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.170 Author/Creator: Maitland, Ann, 1813-? Place Written: Kingston, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 March 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 20.3 cm, Width: 25.4 cm Order a Copy

Ann writes to her son informing him of her poor health. Says there were many visitors at the house. Informs him of all the local news about the neighbors. States the weather is very cold and the ground is still frozen. Reports they will simply repair the fences and wait for his return to replace them. Asks his opinion on taking in boarders for the summer to offset costs.

Maitland, Joseph M., 1839-1918
Maitland, Ann, fl. 1854-1865

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