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Magie, James K., fl. 1862-1863 to Mary Magie

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05241.29 Author/Creator: Magie, James K., fl. 1862-1863 Place Written: Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 April 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Order a Copy

"No 6." Written from camp near Franklin. Discusses debts owed by him and money owed to him. Complains that his father worries about the money he owes to his brothers but not the money they owe to him. Someone stole his good winter blanket and left a ratty one in its place. Lists the winter gear that he will send home.

Magie, James K., fl. 1863

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