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Pursell, B. M. (fl. 1902-) to Mollie Blossom

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02161.171 Author/Creator: Pursell, B. M. (fl. 1902-) Place Written: Misamis, Mindanao, Philippines Type: Typed letter signed Date: 23 February 1902 Pagination: 1 p. ; 32.7 x 20.4 cm. Order a Copy

He got a telegram from Ida the other day saying she is going to sail on the Meade soon. He wishes he could meet them all in Manila. He would love to take the trip with them.

Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902

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