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1861-1865

Martin, Joe, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Cousin Joe

Gives an accounting of crop prices, says they are all very low and business is not good. Reports there were 1300 hogs sold in his county in four days. Informs he is teaching a class of fifty-eight students in his home. Discusses many friends and where they are serving the Union.

GLC03523.10.258

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