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James Barron Hope, La Guyra, Venezuela, to Jane A. (Barron) Hope, no place, post 21 April 1851 - ante 23 March 1852.

 Item — Multiple Containers
Identifier: id176271

Scope and Contents

3 pages. Autograph Letter Signed. The ship's dangerous voyage; the extremely tall Andes mountains; in such beautiful scenery, where God's majesty is so apparent, it is hard to believe that the inhabitants could be "less than Christians;" given a tour of a town by an American resident; their party surprises Spanish girls while bathing; will visit Caracas next; affection for her.

Dates

  • Creation: 1820-1923

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Conditions Governing Access:

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Extent

From the Collection: 195.00 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository

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