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Landau, Daniel B., 1907-1968 to Dorothy

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09993.021 Author/Creator: Landau, Daniel B., 1907-1968 Place Written: Hannibal, Missouri Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 June 1942 Pagination: 7 p. ; envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Dorothy Landau from Daniel Landau dated June 1, 1942. Pertains to their daughter being hospitalized. Tries to offer words of support as Dorothy struggles on her own with their children. Mentions his experience in the Navy thus far and finances.

Landau, Dorothy K., 1908-1992
Landau, Daniel B., 1907-1968

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