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Stone, E.W. (fl. 1861-1865) to "Dearly Beloved"

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02182.03 Author/Creator: Stone, E.W. (fl. 1861-1865) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1861-1877 Pagination: 6 p. ; 13.5 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

He describes his recent activities. He and Mrs. Wheeler went to a lecture the other night. He and Mr. Bryant worked in the village one day and then had dinner with Mrs. Cook. He mentions other mutual friends and acquaintances.

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