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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09609.11 Author/Creator: Pemberton, Kay (fl. 1950-1957) Place Written: Randolph, Texas Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 November 1957 Pagination: 10 p. : envelope ; 23.2 x 15.7 cm. Order a Copy

One letter dated Sunday, November 24, 1957, from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Describes her social life and personal time at home. Expresses excitement that he would be home in eleven days. Details how she spends her days watching movies on the television, her weight loss, babysitting and the weather.

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

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