Logan, William (fl. 1862-1863) to Sallie Logan
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.12.04 Author/Creator: Logan, William (fl. 1862-1863) Place Written: Westminster, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 July 1863 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope ; 20.2 x 25.3 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to his wife that he has not heard from her in over four weeks. Tells her that her brother Clement has returned to the company and is well. Asks that she write to him and inquires about the money he sent. Reports in great detail about the harvest, describing apples, cherries, and other fruits and vegetables. Notes that "my health is not improving and I now weigh one hundred and forty pounds last winter I weighed one hundred and eighty nine." Also informs her that he is in command of the picket.
William Logan enlisted on 16 September 1862 as a Captain and commissioned into the "C" Co. PA 84th Infantry. He was discharged on 28 August 1863.
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