McSherry, Richard M., 1792-? to Henry F. McSherry
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.21.21 Author/Creator: McSherry, Richard M., 1792-? Place Written: Martinsburg, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 27 August 1863 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 20 cm, Width: 12.4 cm Order a Copy
Written by Richard to his son Henry. Says they "have been looking anxiously for a letter from you ever since the communication was opened." Reports Anna has written several times. Says he has received letters from Richard and Eliza but not him. Says there is much sickness among the children of the area. Has water damage.
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