Benson, Eris B., 1922-1997 to Mamma
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09954.234 Author/Creator: Benson, Eris B., 1922-1997 Place Written: New Guinea Type: Typed letter signed Date: 8 September 1944 Pagination: 2 p. ; envelope Order a Copy
One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated September 8, 1944. Pertains to life while stationed in New Guinea. Mentions that he encloses several photographs. Responds to news of Jimmie Clay (likely a preacher from Church of Christ) and her letter sent on August 21. Describes local Papuan women and children.
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