Marvin, Matthew, fl. 1863-1864 to Sarah Ogden
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06559.067 Author/Creator: Marvin, Matthew, fl. 1863-1864 Place Written: Chicago, Illinois Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 March 1864 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 20.4 cm, Width: 12.6 cm Order a Copy
Writes from the Military Department Marine Hospital that he has received another furlough for six days, in which he got a chance to walk around the city for the first time. Praises the "patriotic & charitable operations" headed by the women back home. He complains about his injury, which shows no sign of improvement. Includes an embossed seal in the upper left hand corner. Envelope includes a three cent stamp.
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