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Ward, Edward K., 1837-1864 to his sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02232.21 Author/Creator: Ward, Edward K., 1837-1864 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 August 1863 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 25.5 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Updates his sister on their brother Marshall's condition. He writes that Marshall is in a good place and being well taken care of. Mentions that he has requested money, drawers and undershirts from their sister Fannie. Informs his sister that he has applied for a four-day leave and is planning to go to Marietta to visit Miss Mollie and Miss Katie Cook.

Ward, Edward K., 1837-1864
Ward, S. Elmira, fl. 1861

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