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Hemans, Nancy A. (b. 1843) to Frances B. Shiras

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02429.49 Author/Creator: Hemans, Nancy A. (b. 1843) Place Written: Nebraska Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 December 1880 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20.3 x 12.8 cm. Order a Copy

Notes that her son, Allie, is at school. Explains that she visited Flandreau, Dakota, for the fall. Comments positively on a pretty clock she received.

Quotes

"Both the children are well at present Allie is at School. Mt Fowler keep boys in the house so Allie is amongs them"
"I think the little clock is the prettiest I ever see. I am proud of it."

Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-?
Shiras, Frances B., b. 1814

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