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Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865) to Parents

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02173.26 Author/Creator: Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: Berwick CIty, LA Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 March 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.5 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

He describes being sea sick on the St. Mary. They landed and there is much washing going on, so he can't write much. Some say they will move again tomorrow.

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