Sidney Brooks letter to unidentified recipient, 1864 July 18
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An unaddressed letter by Sidney Brooks written during his time serving as a delegate of the United States Christian Commission in the American Civil War. Brooks writes about what needs to be done at home in regards to the rye, oats, and cattle. He writes "I address myself to you but I think of all the rest" and says he will write each one of them when he gets settled. Sidney states that he is in good spirits and is glad he is in Washington (D.C.). He writes that it may be hard to get Uncle Asenath to cradle the rye as soon as they want, but says that the recipient must tell him the urgency of the case. Sidney also responds to news of Ebenezer Smalley's death. In a postscript, Sidney discusses sheets he has written that may be published if the recipient thinks it best.
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