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Eugene C. Vining

A friend who corresponded with Helen.

minor

Also known as Mr. Eugene C. Vining, Mr. Vining

First appearance: ii letters 1887 1901

Eugene C. Vining shows up with force in XIX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Instructor at Perkins Institution who copies examination papers into braille and explains American notation for Helen's exams.
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Eugene C. Vining first appears in 0027 ii letters 1887 1901.

In XIX: Instructor at Perkins Institution who copies examination papers into braille and explains American notation for Helen's exams.

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HKHelen KellerMSMerton S. KeithECEugene C. Vining

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See Eugene C. Vining in ii letters 1887 1901
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