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Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997 To Ardena Mae Fouts

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09569.30 Author/Creator: Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997 Place Written: England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 19, 1944 Pagination: 1p. : Height: 14 cm, Width: 10.7 cm Order a Copy

"England" Time: 7:25 P.M. Augsberger writes there is little news to share, except that "it is very cold here and trying its best to snow." He reminisces about the cold nights they spent together when he was home. Augsberger writes "I do believe you + trust you when you say you love me. And don't think different. Or I'll have to give you a good spanking. 'I mean it.'" He asks her to tell everybody "hello" for him, and signs off.

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