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Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.002 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Black Pond, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 July 1859 Pagination: 2 p. ; 19.9 x 13.2 cm. Order a Copy

He makes stops in Crowne Point, Port Henry and a place called "Maria." He describes Maria as a great place for hunting and fishing. At one point they camped in a deserted log hut.

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