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Augsberger, Richard C. (1923-1997) To Ardena Mae Fouts

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09569.04 Author/Creator: Augsberger, Richard C. (1923-1997) Place Written: Camp Adair, Oregon Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 April, 1943 Pagination: 4p. ; 19.7 x 12.7 cm Order a Copy

Augsberger writes to Ardena and asks how her back is doing. He tells her that he went into town yesterday and had his photo taken in a machine for her. He says that he is trying to get a furlough to come home. It would cost $62.55 for the train and would take about 3 days to get home. He asks how her Easter was, and sends his love and kisses to her.

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