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Rogers, Matilda to Johnston Livingston re: preparations for her wedding

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.04089 Author/Creator: Rogers, Matilda Place Written: Tivoli, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1834/06/23 Pagination: 2p. + addr. 25.1 x 20.2 cm Order a Copy

Matilda apologizes for neglecting to write for so long, but explains that she is preparing for her wedding in August, in which she expects Johnston to play an active role.

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