Slowey Hays to Rebecca Gratz - May 03, 1807

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Slowey Hays to Rebecca Gratz

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May 03, 1807

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Writing to her friend Rebecca, Slowey comments on her reading habits and the recent literature she has read.

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Boston, MA

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Philadelphia, PA

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Letter. 1 sheet.

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RGC0678

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Gratz Family (Philadelphia) Papers, P-8, American Jewish Historical Society.

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