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Charlie, fl. 1861-1864 to Richard H. Jackson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.422 Author/Creator: Charlie, fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: Hilton Head, SC Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 August 1864 Pagination: 1.5 p. + envelope ; 20.7 x 25.7 cm. Order a Copy

He thanks Richard for the knife he requested. He saw Mattie last night and had a great time. Asks Richard if he can get a copy of "Fanny Hill."

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