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Weeks, John F. (fl. 1860) to his sister Etta

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.005 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F. (fl. 1860) Place Written: Camp Rolla, Missouri Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 November 1861 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.5 12.5 cm. Order a Copy

Reports that fifteen prisoners were caught and sent to headquarters for examination. Describes how picket guard is done. Writes that it will cost one dollar to get his picture taken.

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