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Flitner, M. E. (fl. 1860) to daughter

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02669.088 Author/Creator: Flitner, M. E. (fl. 1860) Place Written: Pittston Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 April 1859 Pagination: 2 p. ; 30.3 x 19 cm. Order a Copy

M. E. Flitner wrtites a letter to her daughter inquiring about how her schooling is going and about the much improved health of her younger children at home. The document states that $5.00 was included with the letter.

Jackson, Elizah, Jr., fl. 1859

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