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Maitland, William G., 1846-? to Joseph M. Maitland

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.172 Author/Creator: Maitland, William G., 1846-? Place Written: Kingston, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 14 March 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 20.3 x 25.2 cm. Order a Copy

Grier writes to his brother informing him of the parties in the neighborhood. Gives detailed physical descriptions of three young ladies new to the neighborhood. Reports the possibility of a new road going in near their farm. Anticipates a property value increase of ten dollars per acre if the road goes in.

Maitland, Joseph M., 1839-1918
Maitland, William Grier, 1847-1921

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