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Laurence Hutton

A literary friend who corresponded with Helen and encouraged her writing.

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Also known as Mr. Laurence Hutton, Mr. Hutton

First appearance: ii letters 1887 1901

Laurence Hutton first appears in 0027 ii letters 1887 1901.

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KAKate Adams Kel…CDCharles Dudley…HKHelen KellerMTMark TwainWDWilliam Dean H…LHLaurence Hutton

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