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Rogers, Matilda to Johnston Livingston re: news since Johnston's return to college

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.04084 Author/Creator: Rogers, Matilda Place Written: Tivoli, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 January 1834 Pagination: 2p. + addr. 25.2 x 20.4 cm Order a Copy

Matilda writes the letter as Johnston has just returned to college after a holiday at home, and sends news of friends and family. She describes a trip to Oak Hill and the Manor, and the news shared by friends and family.

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