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Civil War Letter to Governor Call, 1860

(From: Call, R. K. (Richard Keith), 1792-1862, Collection M84-16)

--Confidential--

                Boston 31 Decr. 1860

My dear General,
           I received a few days Since
your favor of the 12th, with
two copies of the pamphlet
containing your address to the
People of Florida. I have
read it with profound attention
& deep Sympathy. Would to
Heaven, that Your wise &
prudent counsels might have
their just influence with your
fellow Citizens!
                                         I
Genl. R.K.Call

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