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Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington; Boston, 1864 June 23

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 80
Call Number: MS 3929

Scope and Contents

Expressions of encouragement. News of more price spikes with respect to common goods. News of the siege of Petersburg, Virginia, and more expressions of hope that Richmond fall soon. Cursory mention of two local hardware dealers charged with defrauding the Government. Includes a "specimen of 'rebel poetry,'" included for Austin Clark Wellington's "amusement." 3 s. (10 p.)  With transcription.

Dates

  • 1864 June 23

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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