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Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864 to Richard H. Jackson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.198 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 17, 1862 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 30.8 cm, Width: 19.9 cm Order a Copy

He tried to see Mr. Choate but did not see him, so handed the money over to Sam. He notes an entire list of food items he has sent via Adams Express and mentions a friend of the family who is sick.

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