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Alden, William H. (fl. 1844-) to Mother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02831.32 Author/Creator: Alden, William H. (fl. 1844-) Place Written: Yankton Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 May 1864 Pagination: 3 p. ; 13.5 x 22 cm. Order a Copy

He gives her permission to use all the money he sends for Hattie's education.He hopes the war will end before he reenlists. Reading letters puts him in a good mood.

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
Alden, William H., 1844-1918

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