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date(s):
1862-04-09
creator(s):
Bates, Richard, 1835-1879
subject(s):
American Civil War, 1861-1865; Missouri; American Civil War, 1861-1865; April Fools' Day; Armed Forces; Holidays
type(s):
Letter; Item
