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Collection Reference Number GLC01450.209.02
From Archive Folder Documents Relating to 1765-1774 
Title Morton Moody to John Waite regarding Waite's son's education
Date 21 June 1767
Author Moody, Morton (fl. 1767)  
Recipient Waite, John  
Document Type Correspondence
Content Description Moody seems to be a teacher writing a reassuring letter to Waite, a resident of Watertown, Massachusetts, who sent his son to Moody's school. Mentions that his son is in good health and high spirits. Says he has a good sense of humor, but that he would rather confine himself with his books than socialize. Hopes the son will live up to his father's expectations. Says he will do everything he can for the boy. Would like Waite to send his son a copy of "Boyers French Dictionary." Sends compliments to General Preble, saying Preble's son is doing well.
Subjects Children and Family  Education  Humor and Satire  France  
People Moody, Morton (fl. 1676)  Waite, John (fl. 1767)  
Theme The American Revolution; Children & Family; Education
Sub-collection The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859
Copyright The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Module Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859