Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington; Boston, 1862 December 19
File — Box: 1, Folder: 22
Call Number: MS 3929
Scope and Contents
Discusses the state of the town after Christmas and informs him of the condition of the local troops and their movements. Anticipates that the President “will issue on Thursday of this week his proclamation of emancipation for the slaves of all rebels.” Gives a detailed description of Edgar [Newcomb’s] death and funeral. Postscript about Charles H. Nichols. 1 s. (4 p.) With transcription.
Dates
- 1862 December 19
Creator
- From the Collection: Bowdlear, Samuel G. (Person)
- From the Collection: Wellington, Austin C. (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
From the Collection:
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 106 Items
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
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Part of the Boston Public Library Archives & Special Collections Repository
