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French Roomate Wanted

Ask The Archives _ French Room Mate Wanted
When a roommate interview goes awry…

“A young French gentleman occupying a large front, sunny, pleasantly furnished room in a private family, three minutes’ walk from State House, would like to meet with a pleasant young gentleman; best of references given and required. Address COMPANY, Box 1347, City.”

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Centennial Papers Collection, 1875 classified ads, Glennon Archives, Woburn Public Library

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