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Hannah Pierce (1788-1873) of Baldwin, who was single and living at the family homestead, wrote to her brother Josiah Pierce (1792-1866) of Gorham, discussing their health and her life.
She also asked him about paying a tax on some factory shares she held, writing, "you my dear Brother, ever have and ever will, do what is best for the Sister, who is so dependent on you."
She frequently sought his advice on farming and business matters.
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About This Item
- Title: Hannah Pierce on gratitude to brother, 1853
- Creator: Hannah Pierce
- Creation Date: 1853-01-10
- Subject Date: 1853
- Location: Baldwin, Cumberland County, ME
- Media: Ink on paper
- Local Code: Coll. 4210
- Collection: Pierce family collection
- Object Type: Text
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Standardized Subject Headings
- Pierce, Hannah, 1788-1873--Correspondence
- Letters
- Pierce, Josiah, 1792-1866--Correspondence
- Pierce family
- Taxation--Maine--Baldwin
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