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Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-? to Louise Walbridge

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04663.14 Author/Creator: Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-? Place Written: St. Helen Island, South Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 21, 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Order a Copy

Talks about family affairs: his sister Sarah's illness and her decision to wean the baby; his wish to attend a party; asks about Louise's birthday.

Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-?

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