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Carter, Erle P., fl. 1944 to Ruth Buettner

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC10005.09 Author/Creator: Carter, Erle P., fl. 1944 Place Written: Holly Ridge, North Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 25, 1944 Pagination: 4 p. ; envelope Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Ruth Buettner from Erle P. Carter dated February 25, 1944. Writes that he is glad to hear from her and about keeping in touch. Congratulates her on making ensign. Written at Camp Davis.

Buettner, Ruth, fl. 1943-1946
Carter, Erle P., fl. 1944

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