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Scott, Asahel Adams, 1829-1894 to Brother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09832.17 Author/Creator: Scott, Asahel Adams, 1829-1894 Place Written: Allens Grove, Wisconsin Type: Letter signed Date: 10 February 1856 Pagination: 3 p. ; 25 x 19.7 cm. Order a Copy

One unaddressed letter from Asahel and Mary F. Scott dated Allens Grove, February 10, 1856. The letter is divided into two messages from Asahel and Mary F. Scott. Gives updates on the family and neighbors' health; finances; and plans to purchase land in Minnesota.

Scott, Asahel Adams, 1829-1894
Scott, Mary Frances, 1836-?

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