Letter, 1864 November 15, Hartford, Conn., to Mary Douglas, New Britain, Conn.

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Letter, 1864 November 15, Hartford, Conn., to Mary Douglas, New Britain, Conn.

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Admires the relationship Mary Douglas has with her mother and her daughter; presents copies of her books.

2 p. ; 18 x 11 cm.

Connecticut Historical Society

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