Elizabeth Hawthorne autograph letter signed to James Thomas Fields, Beverly, 28 January 1871
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Is pleased with "The Whispering Galley" in the Atlantic Monthly (Feb. 1871). Gives the correct date for Fanshawe, mentions Nathaniel Hawthorne's affection for Elinor (Barstow) Condit, his interest in old newspapers & cookery books. Has no material that could be inserted in a new edition of his works. Signed E.M.H.