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Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington; Boston, 1864 April 18

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 75
Call Number: MS 3929

Scope and Contents

Lists prices of common goods. Mentions a huge rise in the price of gold and briefly describes fortunes being made by speculations in stock. News of local construction and a recent fire at Boylston and Tremont Streets. Bullet point news of departing Regiments, the movements of various Massachusetts Regiments, and personal news of shared acquaintances. 5 s. (10 p.)  With transcription.

Dates

  • 1864 April 18

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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