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3 April 1864
Alden, William H., 1844-?
to Mother
He has been enjoying the papers he receives. He is trying to grow a mustache and beard. He plans to send her a gold pen for which the holder is broken.
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24 April 1864
The weather is wonderful. He complains about his old horse and says he is a poor boy. He imagines he will make his fortune one day.
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25 April 1864
He mistakenly received a letter meant for his Aunt Betty. He is glad she received the money he sent even if a letter he wrote got lost in the mail.
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2 May 1864
He got a letter from Ed who had the small pox and neuralgia. He thinks Gustus Fredding should send his money to his stepmother so that she can buy land for him.
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4 May 1864
His mother doesn't want him to correspond with a particular girl but he is thinking to write her a letter just for spite.
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