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Kelly, James R. (fl. 1861-1862) to Mary Kelly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04197.10 Author/Creator: Kelly, James R. (fl. 1861-1862) Place Written: Romney, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1862/01/04 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope. Order a Copy

He is boarding with "widows" whose husbands are in the Confederate army. He also discusses the plight of pickets and guards, and a much awaited pay.

Kelly, James R., 1839-1862
Kelly, James R., 1839-1862

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