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Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) to Mary

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.008 Author/Creator: Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) Place Written: Perryville, KY Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 November 1862 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.6 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy

He thinks they will go to a town called Lebanon about 19 miles away. His only real satisfaction these days is knowing he will get mail. He is sorry to hear that she is sick. He is healthy.

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