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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.035 Author/Creator: Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) Place Written: Louisville, TN Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 27 July 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.5 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

The doctor doesn't have a very high success rate in treating his disease. He thinks if things keep going the way they are, the war will end soon with the Union coming out on top.

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