Peters, Absalom, fl. 1835 to Z. P. Grand
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05508.202 Author/Creator: Peters, Absalom, fl. 1835 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 April 1835 Pagination: 2 p. + addr. 24.8 x 19.7 cm Order a Copy
Peters has read "A Field Unoccupied" by Mr. Bannister, and agrees with his suggestions concerning women's education. He apparently supports women's education and is glad about the increased attention it is receiving. He also discusses several mundane matters of personal travel and meetings.
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