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

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 82
Call Number: MS 3929

Scope and Contents

Speculation as to where Austin Clark Wellington's Regiment will be relocated next. Expressed disappointment at the raid into Maryland and Pennsylvania. Brief news of the Confederate pirate ship Moffatt  and her success at playing "mischief" with Union ships; brief news of the three blockade runners lately sized and brought to Boston. Brief mention of the upcoming Commencement at Harvard College - Lincoln's son is a member of the graduating class. 3 s. (6 p.)  With transcription.

Dates

  • 1864 July 18

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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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