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20 November 1862

Hill, E., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bruce Elmore

Letter from his father and Libbie. Father writes he is glad bruce keep his courage and unwavering faith. Libbie writes that they are all well and live in comfort. He should not worry about her being too saving like the neighbors, for example.

GLC06588.252

February 18, 1863

Hill, E., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bruce Elmore

A letter from his brother. He talks about shelling corn and school which he feels has done him a great deal of good.

GLC06588.322

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