Bell, Grove L. to sister
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08913.09 Author/Creator: Bell, Grove L. Place Written: Stafford Court House, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 March 1863 Pagination: 3 p. ; 24.7 x 19.9 cm. Order a Copy
Borrowed a friend's pen to write with, although he has practically forgotten how to use one. Has very poor ink. Wishes he had his own pen so badly that he is thinking of sending for one in his next letter home. Afraid he would ruin the pen while down in camp. Understands he would need a good bottle of ink along with the pen. Hopes she saw Gaston before he left. Hopes she will get to see John at some point. Has a new commander of the company. Seems like a "grand good fellow." He is the best officer in the regiment. Has received every paper she has sent so far. Has read them with the rest of the boys. Sorry that Hetty Hall is so sick and hopes she will recuperate soon.
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