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Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02172.37 Author/Creator: Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: Camp Michigan Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 January 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 13.7 x 21.4 cm. Order a Copy

He thanks him father for the package. It contained everything he most needed.He goes over the money he has sent so far and what should happen if doesn't make it home.

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