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Scurry, John G., fl. 1861-1871 to Sarah

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03957.14 Author/Creator: Scurry, John G., fl. 1861-1871 Place Written: Chester Station Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 February 1863 Pagination: 4 p. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Sarah from John G. Scurry dated Chester Station, February 23, 1863. Describes hardship and a comrade freezing to death.

Scurry, John G., fl. 1861-1871
Scurry, Sarah, fl. 1861-1871

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