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Pennsylvania gazette. [No. 1116 (May 3, 1750)] [Incomplete]

Includes international news from various overseas newspapers. Domestic news and classified ads inhabit pages 2 through 4. Discusses the currency change from pounds to dollars. Section reserved for announcing the indentured servitude of residents...

GLC06670.140

to his parents

Writes that soldiers are living in the state house in Tennessee, which is a "splendid piece of workmanship." However, the soldiers are not respectful of the building and keep it dirty at all times. Writes that the men are able to buy anything they...

GLC06728.032

to his parents

Writes that he has been ill with mumps but has almost fully recovered. Reports that the railroad from Knoxville to Chattanooga is complete. Also reports that Major General Howard is commanding the 4th corps. instead of [General Robert Granger]. In...

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to his sister Ettie Weeks

Writes that they have been under musketry attack for eight days, but their works have been a safe place. Hopes that more one-year men will be drafted into the war. Asks his father about the late quotations of gold and how it will affect their...

GLC06728.072

Green-Back to his Country Friends.

Addressed to the constituents of the 37th Congress and signed by "Green-back." Concerns the issuance of paper money during the Civil War. First edition in original bright green wrapper, as issued. Signature of John R. Bartlett on cover. (Possibly...

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