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Belden, Josephine S., fl. 1862-1864 to Libby Kessler

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.52.02 Author/Creator: Belden, Josephine S., fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: Elkhart, Indiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 August 1862 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 20 cm, Width: 26.5 cm Order a Copy

Informs her she did not receive her letter in time to meet her. Inquires if she will be attending the excursion next week. Mentions she would like to room together if they attend school. Letter has an embossed seal in the upper corner.

Belden, Josephine S., fl. 1862-1864
Kessler, Libby, fl. 1862

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