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Kessler, Thomas J., fl. 1843-1868 to Elizabeth N. Kessler

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.52.16 Author/Creator: Kessler, Thomas J., fl. 1843-1868 Place Written: Chicago, Illinois Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 October 1863 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope ; 18.4 x 11.3 cm. Order a Copy

Writes to his sister from Camp Douglas. Informs her the fruit she sent was destroyed and not to send him any more. Discusses soldiers who have not reported back to camp. Comments they will be listed as deserters if they do not report back soon. The letter has a watermark on the top left hand corner. Addressee name taken from envelope.

Kessler, Thomas J., fl. 1843-1868
Kessler, Elizabeth N., fl. 1863

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