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Kellog, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) to Mary

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.055 Author/Creator: Kellog, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) Place Written: Louisville, KY Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 November 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.5 x 21.5 cm. Order a Copy

Money goes very fast these days he says. Even after receiving two months pay some of the boys have no money left. But he is very careful about how he spends his money. Other soldiers waste their money on drinking and gambling.

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