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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.049 Author/Creator: Kellogg, James H., fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: Louisville, Ky Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 September 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 13.5 cm, Width: 21.5 cm Order a Copy

He warns her about keeping warm because warm clothes are cheaper than doctors' bills. Also he says if she wants to live in Saranac this winter she ought to consider the costs of such an endeavour.

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