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Thomson, George F., fl. 1862-1865 to Mother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02743.10 Author/Creator: Thomson, George F., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Camp Kane Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 18 January 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 26.5 x 21.5 cm. Order a Copy

He talks about how much each of the newspapers are worth, depending on their region. He talks about the cost of living. He reiterates that he is in excellent health. They say the army is demoralizing but he is drinking no more than before he joined.

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