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Van Nuys, John H., fl. 1861-1862 to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07687.127 Author/Creator: Van Nuys, John H., fl. 1861-1862 Place Written: Franklin, Indiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 March 1862 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 20 x 12.4 cm. Order a Copy

Health of family members and successful recruiting efforts in the area.

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