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Flat Rock
March 30th 1863
Col. Cathey
Sir,
Though personally a stranger
to you, I know that you are acquainted
with my son James, and am induced
to apply to you in a time of difficulty
I have been a widow for three years, and
James and his two younger brothers being
in the army, in Virginia, and my el
dest at _______ [?], I am entirely with
out any one to assist me the war has
greatly reduced my circumstances,
and I find it hard to live. I have
many small negro children besides
their parents to feed, and would be
glad to know if I can purchase
some corn from you at a reasonable
price, and if you would allow me
to purchase from you an ox, as I
have lately lost one of mine, and
understand from W. [?] Tabor that I
cannot procure one in this neighborhood. I should also be glad to know
the price of wheat flour, and if I can
get any from you. An early answer will
oblige
yours respectfully,
E.A. Shoolbred
Flat Rock, N.C.
Please name the price of the ox corn
and flour if I can obtain them from you
or in your neighborhood.
Emma A. Shoolbred
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