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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.098 Author/Creator: Kellog, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) Place Written: Camp on Lookout Mountain Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 August 1864 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20.5 x 32.5 cm. Order a Copy

He is getting tired of having to write as it is a poor substitute for communication. He prides himself on how well he budgets. If the other boys thought of their families as much as he does they'd have more money.

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