Letter, January 1, 1864.

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Letter, January 1, 1864.

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Letter to "old chum" who is serving in the army. Discusses the war, re-election of Lincoln, more drafts, paying Negroes to substitute, and the increase in unscrupulous speculators. Refers to his brother as a Copperhead.

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library

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Hallem, John

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