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FUNERAL TRIBUTE TO SLAVE FROM MASTER

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Funeral tribute to slave Jake Turner from master son who passed away at the age of 74 in 1906. Original letter accompanied by transcript. Tribute explains how strong and faithful Jake was to his master son as he traveled with him to Confederate camps, when arriving to camp Jake adapted himself to the customs and duties of camp life as readily as a experienced soldiers. Signed A life long friend, P.H. Turner.

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