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11 August 1864
Kellog, James H. (fl. 1862-1864)
to Mary
They wanted to have their pictures taken by Lookout Mountain but there were too many people ahead of them. He describes the scenery of Chattanooga and concludes with a poem.
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16 August 1864
He says as soldiers they expected to endure hardships and he will face them without fear. To be a coward is worse than anything so he tells her not to worry so much because he is ready for whatever may come his way.
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22 August 1864
He discusses money matters and how she can run the farm more efficiently. When he comes home, he expects to farm again.
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5 September 1864
Never has the end of the war looked so promising as it does now. Even if they draft more soldiers, they will be sent home soon if the war ends. David English came by and is doing well.
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11 September 1864
He has not received any mail lately. He reminds her not to neglect writing.
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