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Cafferty, R.P., fl. 1861-1864 to Richard H. Jackson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.418 Author/Creator: Cafferty, R.P., fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: Hilton Head, SC Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 March 1864 Pagination: 3 p. ; 21.5 x 32.8 cm. Order a Copy

There was a defeat in Florida and Mr. Dernshaw has since returned North, leaving Captain Wheaton. On Monday the Union Theatre opened and was a great success.

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