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Figures, Henry S. (fl. 1861 -1864) to Ma

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00653.01.01 Author/Creator: Figures, Henry S. (fl. 1861 -1864) Place Written: Montgomery, Alabama Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 April 1861 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 21 x 26.2 cm. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Hattie E. Figures from Henry S. Figures dated April 10, 1861. Provides updates of his health and wellbeing. Asks for his siblings to write. Mentions that the capital may be relocated to Huntsville.

Figures, Henry Stokes, 1844-1864
Figures, Hattie E., fl. 1861-1863

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