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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09569.43 Author/Creator: Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997 Place Written: England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 05 May, 1944 Pagination: 1p. : Height: 14 cm, Width: 10.7 cm Order a Copy

Augsberger hopes this letter finds Ardena in good health. He tells her that he is fine, just lonesome for her. He recalls that he played the records tonight and "my Darling I could imagine you standing in front of me. Your voice is so alone. You said. And I'll be waiting." He expresses his hope that soon they will be together again. Augsberger sends his love to Ardena and closes the letter.

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