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I live in West Michigan USA and about 15 years ago I found a
bible in a resale shop.  In the center was a half sheet of
paper and old, green wax paper with pressed lillies-of-the-
valley.  The bible is Welsh, dated 1752 and the date of the
letter is 5-17-1830 (also Welsh).  I researched and found the husband David Thomas christened on 7-31-1797 in Llanelly, Camarythrn, Wales.  Long story short, I never
could figure out what the letter says, just the date and
'Hello Mother' and am interested in selling it.  Could I
send a copy of the letter to you or would you know if there
is someone who would be interested in it?
I thank you for your time and consideration.
Loraine  

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Hello

I would be happy to see the letter. I'll see if I can get it translated for you, as I live in Wales. With regards to selling the bible, ebay, book collector or maybe anyone in a welsh community in America, if there is one.

Kind regards
Ben
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