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22 May 1862
Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864
to his wife
Explains the mail he has received lately. Tells his wife he is sending 33 dollars and writes on what to do with the money. Tells her that his family cares about her very much.
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31 May 1862
Discusses the Civil War.
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2 June 1862
He is trying to cheer up his wife because she feels lonesome. Explains the evacuation of Corinth in detail.
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12 June 1862
Described his trip to Jackson. Describes the land. Discusses the situation of the Civil War in Jackson.
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6 July 1862
He says that July 4th (mistakenly written 1st) went quietly. He wanted at least a parade. Hopes to be back home by next year's 4th of July. Writes about the march.
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