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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.226 Author/Creator: Elmore, Libbie (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 July 1865 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.5 x 21.5 cm. Order a Copy

She and his mother and Hettie heard that his regiment could be mustered out in two weeks. She is getting ready to sow some buckwheat with the help of her father.

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