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Letter from Richard Clough Anderson to Jonathan Clark, 17 October 1801

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Letter from Richard Clough Anderson to Jonathan Clark, 17 October 1801

Description

Richard Anderson writes Jonathan Clark from his home, Soldiers Retreat, near Louisville, with William Clark as the letter's carrier since he is traveling east to Jonathan's. He discusses land business, his son Richard Jr., attending school in Virginia, and his instructions and goals regarding his education.

Source

Jonathan Clark papers, 1801-1812, Filson Historical Society

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Mss. A C593e f11

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Citation

Anderson, Richard Clough, “Letter from Richard Clough Anderson to Jonathan Clark, 17 October 1801,” The Filson Historical Society Digital Projects, accessed May 18, 2026, https://filsonhistorical.omeka.net/items/show/5740.

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