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BROWN, JOHN, 1800-1859, Radical Abolitionist. Autograph letter signed ("John Brown") to his wife and children, Kingsville, Ohio, 7 April 1859. 1 page, small 8vo, ink pale.
JOHN BROWN TO HIS FAMILY: SIX MONTHS BEFORE HARPER'S FERRY "MY BEST WISH FOR YOU IS THAT YOU MAY TRULY LOVE GOD; & HIS COMMANDMENTS"
Six months before the historic insurrection at Harper's Ferry, Brown writes to his family: "I wrote you March 25th enclosing Draft for $150 saying write me Care of American House...N.Y. to say what articles you need of provisions, clothing, shoes, &c. Have you written? I still wish you to retain what money you can for a few days; as I hope soon to be at home; to advise with you about Laying it out. I have been entirely laid up for more than a week...with the Ague: but am much better now. I have seen letters sent...from Henry & Ruth, Watson, & Olive; for all which I am very glad...My best wish for you all is that you may truly love God; & his Commandments..." Brown signs the letter "Your affectionate Husband & Father."
JOHN BROWN TO HIS FAMILY: SIX MONTHS BEFORE HARPER'S FERRY "MY BEST WISH FOR YOU IS THAT YOU MAY TRULY LOVE GOD; & HIS COMMANDMENTS"
Six months before the historic insurrection at Harper's Ferry, Brown writes to his family: "I wrote you March 25th enclosing Draft for $150 saying write me Care of American House...N.Y. to say what articles you need of provisions, clothing, shoes, &c. Have you written? I still wish you to retain what money you can for a few days; as I hope soon to be at home; to advise with you about Laying it out. I have been entirely laid up for more than a week...with the Ague: but am much better now. I have seen letters sent...from Henry & Ruth, Watson, & Olive; for all which I am very glad...My best wish for you all is that you may truly love God; & his Commandments..." Brown signs the letter "Your affectionate Husband & Father."