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Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916 to darling Cherry (wife)

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08284.061 Author/Creator: Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916 Place Written: at Sea Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 October 1865 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 21 cm, Width: 25.5 cm Order a Copy

He is at sea and he writes they have a strong wind. He hopes his wife is keeping herself busy with "Jimmy's training". He hopes he will return soon.

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