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Remond, Charles Lenox (1810-1873) to David P. Harmon

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06143.14 Author/Creator: Remond, Charles Lenox (1810-1873) Place Written: Salem, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 December 1858 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 25 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Written from Salem, likely in Massachusetts. Informs Harmon that an announcement for the next quarterly meeting in Salem of the Essex County Anti-Slavery Society will be published in "The Liberator" next week. Writes that the success of the meeting depends on the attendance of friends from abroad. Also extends an invitation to Harmon, his wife, and his family. Offers his home for the duration of their stay.

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