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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09569.54 Author/Creator: Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997 Place Written: France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 3, 1945 Pagination: 1p. : Height: 28 cm, Width: 21.2 cm Order a Copy

Letter is addressed to Mrs. Ardena Mae Augsberger. Augsberger expresses his love for Ardena and asks after her health. He wishes that he was with her tonight and he says he misses her "soft touch...sweet voice, and tender lips pressing against mine." He writes that their day will come, and sends his love.

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