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20 December 1856

Williams, B., fl. 1856

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel C. Greenhow

Letter of introduction for William E. Jones, who is traveling to Richmond. Jones was an old friend of Williams, and Greenhow was treasurer of Richmond.

GLC02711.21

February 19, 1863

Williams, B., fl. 1856

Printed document signed

Title: [military notification]

Assistant Adjutant General grants Private Israel Arnold a leave of absence

GLC02750.177

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