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Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864 to his wife

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05981.17 Author/Creator: Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: Memphis, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 12, 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Order a Copy

Mentions the first anniversary of their wedding day. Writes about when they first got married, and discusses how the first year of marriage has impacted his life. Writes, "We shall go toward Vicksburg." Expects to be paid in a few days. Mentions the food he has been eating (corn meal).

Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864

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