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Wait, Horatio L. (fl. 1860-) to darling Cherry

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08284.090 Author/Creator: Wait, Horatio L. (fl. 1860-) Place Written: Lisbon Harbor Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 December 1866 Pagination: 4 p. ; 21 x 25.5 cm. Order a Copy

They are now bound for home. He mentions a few officers from the other vessels whose company he has greatly enjoyed. He advises her to discipline their son.

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