Joseph H. Spencer papers, 1865-1871.

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Joseph H. Spencer papers, 1865-1871.

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Spencer's letters to his brother George while serving with the U.S. Army of the Cumberland during its occupation of Nashville, Tennessee, after the Civil War (1865); and discussing family and business matters, Carleton College, and economic development in Northfield (Minn.), while working there as an insurance agent (1865-1871).

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