August 16, 1863 - August 18, 1863
Kell, Julia Blanche, 1836-1917
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Evelyn Kell
Writes to Kell's sister Evy. Mentions Kell's mother and his sister Mary. Discusses a stylish new bonnet she has recently sent to Evelyn, which "is quite moderate. I think my summer bonnet is higher," and offers to send fabrics from Macon Mills to Kell's mother and sisters. On 18 August mentions a letter from Kell "dated 'Bahia' 20th of May." Writes that Kell has reported "they have destroyed 47 vessels of the enemy," including the Hatteras. Says that Kell thinks "the Yankees will be quite ready for peace -- how mistaken he is poor fellow!" Julia's brother "Nath went off in Col Nesbit's…
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