Part II: Secret Stories, Codes, and Cryptogram Puzzles
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September 1, 1875
Mr. Emerald,
In your earlier written communication to me, you assured me
that your intentions were most honorable. Given the nature
of our discussion on Tuesday night, I have some reason to
dispute that.
I can understand why former President Davis had you contact
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mostly outside the domain of the old Union, south of the
Mason-Dixon line, and west of the Mississippi. _____________
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