Wheeler, Lysander, 1837-1917 to his parents, sister and [brother-in-law]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07460.011 Author/Creator: Wheeler, Lysander, 1837-1917 Place Written: South Tunnel, [Tennessee] Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 18, 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
Writes that many men have been receiving discharge papers, particularly those who are disabled. Reports that the mail has been irregular due to a heavy storm that washed away the tressel work of the train tracks. Relates the news that Captain Warner has tendered his resignation.
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