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Richard, Mrs. M. (fl. 1966-1970) to Nancy

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09600.32 Author/Creator: Richard, Mrs. M. (fl. 1966-1970) Place Written: Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 November 1970 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 22.8 x 15.2 cm. Order a Copy

Nancy's grandmother writes of her husband's passing and her loneliness. She is trying to stay busy as she knows Nancy's mother worries about her. She misses Nancy and tells her to take care of herself.

Anderson, Nancy, fl. 1966-1970
Anderson, Mama, fl. 1966-1970
Richard, Mrs. M. (fl. 1966-1970)
Richard, Grandpa (fl. 1966-d. 1970)

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