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21 August 1863

Wirt, Elles, fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. P. Kessler

Discusses his farm and land. List the selling price of corn, hay, wheat, oats, potatoes, chicken, beef, and various other items. Request a favor to borrow their oxen and a horse. Writes he will pay them after harvest. Sends his best to the family.

GLC03523.52.08

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