Letters of Robert Walsh [manuscript], 1831-1844.

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Letters of Robert Walsh [manuscript], 1831-1844.

In a letter, 1831 May 23, Walsh expresses pleasure in corresponding with E. Hoffman, friend and hostess of his daughter, Isabella; describes a steamboat trip with six of his children to visit Joseph Bonaparte and tour his house and grounds; and shares news of Philadelphia social life. In another letter, 1844 Apr. 26, he outlines an idea for a semi-annual register, historical, political, social, literary, and scientific of Europe and America; asks John Wakefield Francis to consult publishers regarding it; and discusses income.

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University of Virginia. Library

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