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Fendall, James Robert Young, fl. 1838-1867 to Philip R. Fendall

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03135.11.07 Author/Creator: Fendall, James Robert Young, fl. 1838-1867 Place Written: Terry, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 September 1865 Pagination: 7 p. : docket ; Height: 24.8 cm, Width: 19.6 cm Order a Copy

Discusses the obvious impossibility of his taking an oath swearing that he did not help or support the Southern troops during the war. Argues that he knows many people who have received appointments and must not have taken the oath. Reiterates his desire for his father's help in obtaining work. Mentions matters of local politics and refers to Albert Gallatin Brown and Governor William L. Sharkey.

Fendall, James Robert Young, fl. 1838-1867
Fendall, Philip Richard II, 1794-1868

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