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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02173.27 Author/Creator: Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 April 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.7 x 17.5 cm. Order a Copy

He tells her how they came across a sugar mill with plenty of sugar and molasses. He does not expect to see her until his term of service expires. There will be another move.

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