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Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 to Elvira Winegar

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01014.057 Author/Creator: Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Richmond, [Louisiana] Type: Autograph letter signed Date: May 2, 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 14.3 x 35.3 cm. Order a Copy

George is not very well but he is with the regiment. He says she should not go to Iowa until June when it will be more pleasant. He is thinking about how much the baby has grown. He can't believe how much time has gone by.

Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865
Winegar, Elvira, fl. 1862-1865

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