Letter, 1865, August 29, Bridgeton, N.J., to George William Childs.

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Letter, 1865, August 29, Bridgeton, N.J., to George William Childs.

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Acknowledges receiving check for her articles. Is willing to revise her work in any way he wishes. Anticipates receiving the Home Weekly with pleasure, and praises his abilities as its manager.

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Brown University Archives, John Hay Library

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