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3 May 1863
Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864)
to Mary
He talks about the differences in climate in the North vs. the South. This leads to the next topic of Southern diseases.
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6 May 1863
He figures it is time to send her some money. They will stay where they are five more days. There are four sick men in the company.
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11 May 1863
He is concerned because she doesn't have any money to get the children shoes. He doesn't want them to catch cold so he will spare some money, though he sent her some previously. He warns her he may have to do the best she can without.
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13 May 1863
He is anxious to hear from the boys in the potomac. He goes on to talk about the sacred principles of defending one's country as his grandfather and father did. David is not very well
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21 May 1863
He heard of the death of a fellow soldier, whom he hoped had lived. They are under marching orders and have to be ready to leave at any time. He talks about the hand of providence.
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