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Moore, John, 1826-1907 to James Kelly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04193.01 Author/Creator: Moore, John, 1826-1907 Place Written: Fort Meyers, Florida Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1853/10/13 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 20.5 cm Order a Copy

Moore, an army surgeon stationed in Florida during the third Seminole War against Billy Bowlegs, writes home to his brother-in-law about receiving mail, how easy his job is, and the character of physicians. Also discusses the infidelity of a man named Sutherland.

Moore, John, 1826-1907
Kelly, James R., 1839-1862

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