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Box 1

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Contains 2 Results:

George Q. Cannon letter, 1880 March 29

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 18, item: 49
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 3
Scope and Contents note

Letter from George Q. Cannon to Sarah A. King in response to her inquiries about Martha Telle Cannon, Sarah's half-sister. George Q. Cannon explains the extent of contact between Martha and her other siblings. The letter is a duplicate; while one was sent to Sarah A. King, the other was sent to Martha Telle Cannon.

Dates: 1880 March 29
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / MSS 7426, George Q. Cannon family correspondence / George Q. Cannon correspondence

George Q. Cannon letter, 1868 February 29

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 18, item: 50
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 3
Scope and Contents

One (1) letter from George Q. Cannon to Mr. and Mrs. George Beebe, the aunt and uncle (or adoptive parents) of Martha Telle Cannon. George Q. Cannon writes to request Martha's hand in marriage. He seeks the approval of her family, respectfully asking for permission and recalling old memories of her family. He promises to treat Martha with respect and kindness.

Dates: 1868 February 29
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / MSS 7426, George Q. Cannon family correspondence / George Q. Cannon correspondence

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