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Morris, Joseph W. (fl. 1862-1863) to: George M. Morris.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06451.026 Author/Creator: Morris, Joseph W. (fl. 1862-1863) Place Written: Camp Johnston, [Va.] Type: Autograph letter Date: 1862/01/18 Pagination: 4 p +env. Order a Copy

Joseph just bought a Clipper newspaper; he believes "there has been a battle some place, but I cannot tell you where till I read the paper." They are only able to shoot hogs and birds when on picket. Their shanty caught fire the night they were on picket. He addresses Susannah to tell her that a box she wrote Wilmor about has not arrived. He will send home three likenesses.

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