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Moore, Robert E., fl. 1844-1866 to John Moore

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04195.59 Author/Creator: Moore, Robert E., fl. 1844-1866 Place Written: Eutaw, Alabama Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 September1865 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 32 cm, Width: 19.8 cm Order a Copy

He describes his medical practice. He lost all his fine surgical instruments and two cases for amputations during the war. He requests money. He is exploring other job offers, including the superintendency of the Tuskaloosa State Lunatic Asylum.

Moore, Robert E., fl. 1865-1866
Moore, John, 1826-1907

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