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Hudgins, F. L., fl. 1897 to Miller A. Wright

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02691.11.098 Author/Creator: Hudgins, F. L., fl. 1897 Place Written: Chamblee, Georgia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 July 1897 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope Height: 22 cm, Width: 14.6 cm Order a Copy

The heading reads "Capt. Miller A. Wright" (Miller is referred in accordance with his actual military rank of Colonel in all other correspondence after his promotion). Mr. Hudgins was remarkably unaware of the status of the man who he comfortably addresses as "Dear Comrade". Letter notifying Miller that there will be no change of date for the "reunion," presumably one for civil war veterans. Other information concerning the reunion is also provided.

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