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Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 to Elvira Winegar

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01014.036 Author/Creator: Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Lake Providence, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 23, 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 14 cm, Width: 38.5 cm Order a Copy

They have been having good luck with the boat they are moving. They will get extra pay for their work. Burt has the measles. He talks of sending various items home via other people.

Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865
Winegar, Elvira, fl. 1862-1865

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