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    The David W. Fentress Family Letters, 1856-1969

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    Transcript of a letter by an unidentified author to David Fentress regarding sharing federal newspapers and the banning of federal newspapers in some areas. The author passes on the news of the war including the destruction of the Federal merchantmen by the Confederate fleet. He passes along world news: Russia preparing to go to War with Europe and how that could negatively affect the Confederacy. There is also speculation on the future of the war

    The David W. Fentress Family Letters, 1856-1969

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    Transcript of a letter to David W. Fentress from his mother, Maud, discussing the receipt of his letter and his arrival at Prairie Lea; a request for Frank to write a letter informing Maud of his travels; a discussion of sending information and gifts; a brief discussion about marriage and gifts;a dialogue concerning "Episcopacy or Pickett"; news about the weather; the affect of the weather on the planting of crops; a discussion of real estate; a brief mention of Maud's health; a request for information on "how the presents went" and if pictures were received; a discussion requesting a visit from David's "Aunt", "Uncle", as well as from Tom and Frank; an ending statement requesting letters from David, Clara, and Frank

    Aug. 21, 1852 Washington, From David V. Whiting & W. E. Love to L. Lea, Comm. of Indian Affairs recommending Dr Michael Steck to fill vacancy

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    Letter from David V. Whiting & W. E. Love to L. Lea, Commissioner of Indian Affairs recommending Dr Michael Steck to fill vacancy in New Mexico

    The David W. Fentress Family Letters, 1856-1969

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    Letter by an unidentified author to David Fentress regarding sharing federal newspapers and the banning of federal newspapers in some areas. The author passes on the news of the war including the destruction of the Federal merchantmen by the Confederate fleet. He passes along world news: Russia preparing to go to War with Europe and how that could negatively affect the Confederacy. There is also speculation on the future of the war

    A defence of Mr. Garrick, in answer to the letter-writer. With remarks upon plays and players, and the present state of the stage. By a dramatic author [electronic resource].

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    The letter-writer = H. W., i.e. Edward Purdon, author of 'A letter to David Garrick, Esq; on opening the Theatre' published 13 October, 1759.Price from imprint: price One-Shilling.Electronic reproduction.English Short Title Catalog,Reproduction of original from British Library
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