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Wharton, Bell, 1843-? to Joseph M. Maitland

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.181 Author/Creator: Wharton, Bell, 1843-? Place Written: Powhattan, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 May 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 22 cm, Width: 25 cm Order a Copy

Bell writes to "My Dear Dear Joe." Says she is sorry his health is poor and wishes he could get a discharge. Mentions the wet spring they are having and the planting of flowers. Expresses concern for his safety and longing for his return.

Maitland, Joseph M., 1839-1918
Wharton, Bell, 1843-?

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