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Elmore, Bruce (fl. 1862-1865) to Libbie Elmore

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.083 Author/Creator: Elmore, Bruce (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: Bridgeport, AL Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 18 April 1864 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 13.5 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy

He received a letter from Sarah Carrier who will spend the summer teaching.He thinks Kersey is asking too much money for working their place. Garret Leroys is also mentioned. The regiment might be consolidated,

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