Tracy, Edward Dorr, 1833-1863 to [Matt] Steele
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03357 Author/Creator: Tracy, Edward Dorr, 1833-1863 Place Written: Vicksburg, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 February 1863 Pagination: 1 p. : address ; 24 x 19 cm. Order a Copy
General Tracy writes to Steele, his brother-in-law. Notes that Mr. Atwood will transmit this letter. Sends a "written sketch" of his deceased friend, Dr. Fearn, with instructions for Steele to pass it on to an editor if he deems it worthy of publication. Promises to write to his sisters, and requests a servant.
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