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Johnston, Mary J. (fl. 1861-1923) to Mother [Mrs. Delia Johnston]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02167.61 Author/Creator: Johnston, Mary J. (fl. 1861-1923) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1861-1923 Pagination: 3 p. ; 21 x 25 cm. Order a Copy

She has been to Uncle Hugh's and Aurnt Mary's. Laurens came down to visit. Uncle Hugh cave her a pattern for a dress while Eliza sent Laurens a nice book.

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