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Pemberton, Kay (fl. 1950-1957) to John M. Pemberton

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09609.03 Author/Creator: Pemberton, Kay (fl. 1950-1957) Place Written: Randolph, Texas Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16-21 November 1957 Pagination: 11 p. : envelope ; 23.3 x 16 cm. Order a Copy

Two letters from Kay Pemberton dated November 16 and 21, 1957 to her husband John M. Pemberton. One ten-paged letter dated Monday, November 16, 1957 regarding a postcard received that reminded her of their trip to Hong Kong, men who came by the house to install plugs and a dryer which upset her because of the mess they made the day after her maid cleaned the house. Also mentioned in the letter is her interaction with neighbors, a phone call with Major Richardson notifying her where she can pick up her mail, and updates about their pet, Ching-ching. One letter dated Thursday, 21st, 1957, confirming that she received his call with an address from John M. Pemberton and excited to send him letters directly.

Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957
Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

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