Mapen, H. I., fl. 1847 to Robert E. Moore
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04191.13 Author/Creator: Mapen, H. I., fl. 1847 Place Written: New Orleans, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 June 1847 Pagination: 4p. : address ; Height: 27 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy
He is eager to maintain correspondence with him as an old friend. He imagines war news being disseminated at home. Many people are leaving the city for the North and cooler climates, and he is working to close his business for the season and enjoy some rural relaxation.
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