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Magie, James K., fl. 1862-1863 to Mary Magie

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05241.23 Author/Creator: Magie, James K., fl. 1862-1863 Place Written: Franklin, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 March 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Order a Copy

He hopes to make enough money in the army to pay off his debt with Randolph. Most people think the war will be over before the end of the summer. He urges Charley to return to the army before he gets in trouble. His newspaper business has been interrupted but he hopes to find better prospects.

Magie, James K., fl. 1863

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