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Morse, J. (fl. 1861-1864) to Miss Catherine (Kitty)

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02170.51 Author/Creator: Morse, J. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Indianapolis, IN Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 July 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 27 x 22 cm. Order a Copy

He tells her she is welcome to have his money as long as he has any. He heard an acquaintance of his died.

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