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29 January 1863
to Richard H. Jackson
He admonishes Richard for not writing and mentions the "girls." He mentions several mutual acquaintances and a Methodist meeting. There are pages missing.
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4 February 1863
Watson, Martha, fl. 1861-1864
She was invited to a ball but her mother will not let her go. She hopes he can get a furlough soon.
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9 February 1863
Davis, J.M., fl. 1861-1864
He writes about Richard's mother and father and says his father is doing well and his mother is anxious for him to come home so that she may embrace him.
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10 February 1863
She tells of the recent marriage of a mutual acquaintance.
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16 February 1863
She thought a recent letter of his may have been a valentine but no such luck. His parents are going to a benefit party and they want her to go with them.
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21 February 1863
Davis, L., fl. 1861-1864
Possibly a brother of John Davis. He resents being called a "little man." He may be only 14 but he works so that makes him older. He believes that the child ought to decide what business they go into otherwise they cannot run a business which they...
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Martie, fl. 1861-1864
He writes about how bad the winter is but it is great for sleighing.
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1 March 1863
Maxwell, Alexander S., fl. 1861-1864
He is currently very sick but hopes to get better soon. He is waiting for a response from Richard and will send a photograph of himself.
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4 March 1863
She thanks him for the picture in which she says he looks exceedingly handsome.
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14 March 1863
Gus, fl. 1861-1864
He thanks him for finally sending a letter. He is glad he made Lieutenant and thanks him for his kindness toward Fred when he was sick.
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