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Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington; Boston, 1863 November 25

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 61
Call Number: MS 3929

Scope and Contents

Description of seized ships docked in Lewis' wharf: the Hughes, the Robert E. Lee, the Cernubia, the Ella.  Expressed excitement in the city about enlisting/recruiting.  List of wages earned by men working on the wharf, and prices of goods such as turkey and sugar. 3 s. (6 p.)  With transcription.

Dates

  • 1863 November 25

Creator

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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