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Anderson, Mama (fl. 1966-1970) to Nancy

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09600.21 Author/Creator: Anderson, Mama (fl. 1966-1970) Place Written: Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 February 1970 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope ; 22.8 x 15.2 cm. Order a Copy

Nancy's mother writes that she hopes Nancy's flu is better and sends her money (not included) for her meals at school. Nancy's mother mentions her work where Mrs. Casey spent the day. She states that "nothing went right." Nancy's mother sends Nancy her mail and a newspaper clipping. She closes by writing that she has not seen Chuck and that she will write again this weekend.

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Anderson, Mama, fl. 1966-1970
Anderson, Nancy, fl. 1966-1970
Mrs. Casey

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