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Epperly, Mary M., fl. 1859-1865 to C. M. Epperly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02715.065 Author/Creator: Epperly, Mary M., fl. 1859-1865 Place Written: Floyd City, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 August 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Order a Copy

Notes that she finds it hard to eat knowing that her husband has such poor a diet. Says that she will try to send him some food. Mentions that deserters from his old regiment fought with the home guards. [See GLC02715.070]

Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904

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