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The collection consists of correspondence written to George A. Horkan from family members in Georgia, Texas, California, the
Yukon, and Ireland, from 1893-1908. Correspondence from J.F. Horkan mainly describe Horkan's business dealings. Correspondence
from William Horkan describe his business attempts and wanderings. Correspondence from P.D. Horkan, on P.D. Horkan and Co.
Wholesale and Retail Dry Goods, Augusta, Georgia letterhead, contain news of family and business matters. Correspondence from
Horkan's mother, sister, and niece relay family news. The letter dated Swinford, December 30, 1896, "My dear son, George,"
signed "From your fond and dying mother, Margreat Horkan," was written from Margreat's deathbed, and includes a note from
Horkan's sister, Mary.
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