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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.220 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 July 1862 Pagination: 8 p. ; 16.6 x 10.5 cm. Order a Copy

He writes that he and his wife are well and that she longs to see him. Johnny is assisting his father in driving a milk wagon. He has sent various magazines.

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