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Rosteraunt, Thomas (fl. 1861-) to Hewy Bartlett

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07205.095 Author/Creator: Rosteraunt, Thomas (fl. 1861-) Place Written: San Antonio, TX Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 October 1866 Pagination: 3.5 p. + envelope ; 24.5 x 30 cm. Order a Copy

He is sorry they gave up the chihuahua. He says if his friend comes out this summer, they'll help him make a fortune. They are in the business of selling goods.

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