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Allison, Eben, fl. 1861-1865 [Letter from Eben Allison]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.24.023 Author/Creator: Allison, Eben, fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 October 1862 Pagination: 2 p. ; Order a Copy

One unaddressed letter from Eben Allison dates October 23, 1862. Mentions cold weather and a hearty breakfast.

Allison, Eben, fl. 1861-1865

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