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Logan, William, fl. 1862-1863 to Sallie Logan

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.12.04 Author/Creator: Logan, William, fl. 1862-1863 Place Written: Westminster, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 July 1863 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 25.3 cm Order a Copy

Writes to his wife that he has not heard from her in over four weeks. Tells her that her brother Clement has returned to the company and is well. Asks that she write to him and inquires about the money he sent. Reports in great detail about the harvest, describing apples, cherries, and other fruits and vegetables. Notes that "my health is not improving and I now weigh one hundred and forty pounds last winter I weighed one hundred and eighty nine." Also informs her that he is in command of the picket.

Logan, William, fl. 1862-1863
Logan, Sarah (Sallie), fl. 1862-1863

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