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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.121 Author/Creator: Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Near Warrenton Junction Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 13 August 1863 Pagination: 6 p. : Height: 14 cm, Width: 21.5 cm Order a Copy

Willard is doing much better. His father would like to visit him if he could get a pass and transportation. Palen is sick. He doesn't think he'll be able to send as much money as he did last time.

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