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Johnston, Witter H., fl. 1861-1864 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02167.55 Author/Creator: Johnston, Witter H., fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: Fort Dodge, Iowa Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 April 1881 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 21.5 cm, Width: 27.8 cm Order a Copy

It has been snowing and raining. This winter has been hard because there has been a lack of fuel. He is sorry to hear that his parents are unwell. He is critical of Hayes but grateful for his administration.

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