A.J. Sexton

This letter was written on April 6, 1862, by A.J. Sexton to his wife Catherine. A.J. states that his regiment is camped near Lawrence, Kansas and may go next to New Mexico. He writes about the health of the men in his regiment, mentioning several illnesses and deaths. A.J. says that he received two months’ pay the previous week, and plans to send $15.00 to Catherine by express. He asks Catherine if she has received any money from the state, and wants to know “how you get along for money.”

April 6, 1862

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A.J. Sexton

Lawrence, Kansas
Leavenworth County, Kansas
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
Douglas County, Kansas

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Sexton, Aiken J., Misc. Sexton (1 folder)

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