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Robinson, Joyce (1957-) to Richard DiChristina

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09626.09.02 Author/Creator: Robinson, Joyce (1957-) Place Written: Buffalo, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 August 1969 Pagination: 2 p. : 25.4 x 19.9 cm Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Richard J. DiChristina from Joyce Robinson dated August 1, 1969. Pertains to family updates and details on her upcoming trip to visit him. Joyce writes that there is a bus strike preventing her from getting their airline tickets. She hopes he can come home with "us" because "it would be great to fly with you." Joyce briefly discusses their relationship, stating "Hon I don't want to find anyone else. Really." She cannot wait to see him in six days and closes by assuring him they will get married "some day. O.K?"

Robinson, Joyce, 1957-
DiChristina, Richard J., 1949-2016

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