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Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 to Stockton Bates

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.23.22 Author/Creator: Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Sulpher Springs, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 September 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.1 x 25.1 cm. Order a Copy

They have received already 230 conscripts, most of them seemingly content. Describes what people are doing there in the evening: singing, reminiscing, visiting with unintelligent local people, and enjoying local vegetables.

Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865
Bates, Stockton, fl. 1861-1866

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