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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09569.18 Author/Creator: Augsberger, Richard C. (1923-1997) Place Written: England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 04 December, 1943 Pagination: 1p. ; 14 x 10.7 cm Order a Copy

Augsberger writes to Ardena that he received her Christmas package. He says that its contents, the checker and chess game, the funny books, and the deck of cards, are swell. However he tells her "that it don't seem like Xmas without you to spend it with me." He sends his love till next time.

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