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22 June 1862

Penel, Eunice, fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sarah Ogden

Writes in answer to Ogden's letter informing her of her son, Edwin B. Penel's, illness. Says she has lost her husband, and she feels as if her heart will break, knowing that her son is very ill. Says she wishes he could come home, and would like his corpse sent home if he dies. She plans on writing Edwin a letter and begs Ogden to read it to him if he is incapable.

GLC06559.123

2 July 1862

Penel, Eunice, fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sarah Ogden

Thanks Ogden for the care of her son, [Edwin B.], and tells her that God will reward her for her good deeds. Asks Ogden to update her on Edwin's medical condition, and to read her letters to him if he is unable to read them himself.

GLC06559.124

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