Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 to Sister
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.08.45 Author/Creator: Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Baltimore, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 October 1862 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope ; 20.7 x 26.5 cm. Order a Copy
Tells his sister that he is still at the hospital with a cold. Writes that he is sorry Louisa, possibly another sister, has been sick. Reports that inspectors are coming on Monday to decide who will go back on duty or be transferred to the Invalid Corps. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.
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