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Wharton, Bell (b. 1843) to Joseph M. Maitland

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.181 Author/Creator: Wharton, Bell (b. 1843) Place Written: Powhattan, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 May 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 22 x 25 cm. Order a Copy

Bell writes to "My Dear Dear Joe." Says she is sorry his health is poor and wishes he could get a discharge. Mentions the wet spring they are having and the planting of flowers. Expresses concern for his safety and longing for his return.

Joseph Maitland enlisted on 8 August 1862 as a Private. He was mustered into "G" Co. OH 95th Infantry. He was mustered out 31 May 1865 at Memphis, Tennessee.

Maitland, Joseph M., 1839-1918
Wharton, Bell, b. 1843

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