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Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) to dear wife and beloved children

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.020 Author/Creator: Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) Place Written: Murfreesboro, TN Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 April 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.5 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

He is glad she is trying to sell the farm but the price she has set on it is the lowest it could possibly go for. He is not that anxious to sell but if the money is there take it. He says to pay Uncle Cheleb what he owes him.

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