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Smith, Albert (1793-1867) to Aaron Hobart

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06313.04.085 Author/Creator: Smith, Albert (1793-1867) Place Written: Hanover, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 November 1820 Pagination: 1 p. : address : dockt : free frank ; 23.9 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy

Mentions that all is well in Hanover and wishes Hobart well. Indicates that people have asked about Hobart on business matters. Asks him to "communicate to me freely on the concerns of the nation."

Smith, Albert, 1793-1867
Hobart, Aaron, 1787-1858

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