Civil War Prices - Train Ride From Waterford to Philadelphia 1863

Thirty-eight year old Bolivar J. Howe from Philadelphia has returned home with his wife of nine years, Francena Wells, via train after visiting his Aunt Celia (57 years old) in Waterford (Erie County), Pennsylvania. He details the trestle bridges and scenery along the train ride; and the price of room and board in Philadelphia. Due to the Civil War, prices are high and suitable employment difficult to find.
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