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Maitland, Grier, fl. 1837-1920 to Joseph M. Maitland

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.075 Author/Creator: Maitland, Grier, fl. 1837-1920 Place Written: Kingston, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 June 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 19.7 x 25.3 cm. Order a Copy

Writes to his brother, telling him all the news from home, such as the status of the corn and their mother's health. Discusses organization of the local militia. Continues writing 24 June, noting that General Rosecrans's brother, Bishop Sylvester Rosecrans, will speak at a picnic at the fair grounds. In a post script, asks his brother "Have you shaved since you are in the service; if not How big's your mustache and whiskers."

Maitland, William Grier, 1847-1921
Maitland, Joseph M., 1839-1918
Rosecrans, Sylvester H., 1827-1878

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