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Kessler, A.P., fl. 1863 to Mary L. Kessler

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.52.25 Author/Creator: Kessler, A.P., fl. 1863 Place Written: Elkhart, Indiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: December 1, 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 19.9 cm, Width: 12.5 cm Order a Copy

A. P. Kessler, the father of Thomas J. Kessler, writes to his wife. Informs her to visit all of their friends and to let him know a few days in advance when she is ready to come home. Comments that they will kill and roast a turkey for her return. Instructs her where they will meet her. Writes that they had a good Thanksgiving dinner that was put on by the "Union Leak" [League] for the benefit of war widows. Relays a story about a young man who was injured from the mill. Discusses various townspeople and family members.

Kessler, A. P., fl. 1863
Kessler, Mary L., fl. 1863

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