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Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to his sister Etta

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.005 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 Place Written: Rolla, Missouri Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 November 1861 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 12.5 cm Order a Copy

Reports that fifteen prisoners were caught and sent to headquarters for examination. Describes how picket guard is done. Writes that it will cost one dollar to get his picture taken. Written at Camp Rolla

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