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Kilbourn, H. (fl. 1864) to Thomas Kessler

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.52.62 Author/Creator: Kilbourn, H. (fl. 1864) Place Written: Indiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 July 1864 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20.2 x 12.6 cm. Order a Copy

Informs him he contacted the Secretary of War and is still waiting for an answer. Promises he will do his best to get him and the rest of the band members discharged. First name is illegible.

Kessler, Thomas J., fl. 1843-1868
Kilbourn, H., fl. 1864

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