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Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington; Boston, 1865 February 13

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 99
Call Number: MS 3929

Scope and Contents

News of local deaths and funerals. Bostonian response to the beginnings of peace negotiations, and the passing of the14th Amendment, which abolished slavery. Discussion of General Sherman and his treatment of African-American soldiers. More brief news as to the slowness of the flour business due to the uncertainty of the war. 2 s. (8 p.)  With transcription.

Dates

  • 1865 February 13

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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