William C Slater

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1894-06-11

A sad letter of loss and failures

WCS reports that he has completely failed to keep his business operating, and that he and Ella are returning to...
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1893-02-28

A massively detailed account of the William C. Slater Family

Charles Lincoln Slater is described as the best friend of WCS but left America about three years ago just before...
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1891-03-31

Marriage: “Happy as two toads in a puddle!”

Ella is widely praised, and WCS is reminded that “he is taking away what can never be replaced.” However business...
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1890-11-11

Living a full life. Business good, despite personal illness.

Looking forward to his wedding to Ella two months away. Reports of the plans and people who will be attending....
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1890-09-25

Update on life in Chicago

Shares general information on his family and friends, as well as updates on his business....
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1890-08-15

An upbeat letter as he has bought out his partner

He clearly misses his fiancee Ella, but believes she is busy helping with the harvest and he will hear shortly....
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1890-02-12

William C Slater is eagerly looking forward to his approaching marriage

But disappointed to learn that Charles Lincoln Slater would not be attending....
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