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Wright, Jason D., fl. 1864 to Mary (Wright) Kellogg

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.31.25 Author/Creator: Wright, Jason D., fl. 1864 Place Written: Terra Haute, Indiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: March 29, 1864 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 12.6 cm Order a Copy

Wright writes to his niece Mary Kellogg, congratulating her on her marriage to Mr. Kellogg. States he will send photographs of his family and extends an invitation for her and her new husband to visit. Claims Terra Haute is destined to be the leading city of Indiana, with manufacturing and commercial enterprise booming.

Wright, Jason D., fl. 1864
Kellogg, Mary Wright, 1844-1912

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