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Smith, David V.M., 1823-1863 to Elizabeth Smith

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04189.08 Author/Creator: Smith, David V.M., 1823-1863 Place Written: Ellicott's Mills, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1862/10/5 Pagination: 8 p. : envelope. Order a Copy

Smith gives his wife instructions for renting out his blacksmith shop. [see also #2, 13] He is dismayed that she rented out part of the house against his wishes. His legs are giving him trouble again. Discusses types of punishments in camp including wearing a barrel and a sign while parading through camp to the Rogue's March.

Smith, David V.M., fl. 1862-1863
Smith, Elizabeth, fl. 1862-1863
Smith, Charles, fl. 1862-1863
Smith, John M., fl. 1862-1863

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