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Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 to Louisa B. Terry

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.08.96 Author/Creator: Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Alexandria, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 April 1864 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 25 cm Order a Copy

Addresses the letter to his sister "Lou," remarking that "all the talk is about moving. But when that event takes place none of us know but expect to go every day now." Reports that he received both of the New York Ledgers that she sent to him.

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865
Terry, Louisa B., fl. 1861-1865

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