Maitland, James M. (1815-1864) to Joseph M. Maitland
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.091 Author/Creator: Maitland, James M. (1815-1864) Place Written: Kingston, Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 August 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 31 x 37.7 cm. Order a Copy
Asks his son not to "neglect your daily devotions and cast off your Confidence in God: for he is your only shield, and defense in the day of trouble." Continues on to report that he has heard that General Ambrose Burnside's old Corps has returned to Cincinnati and crossed over to Covington, Ohio. Hopes that Joseph will be sent from Black River, his current location, to somewhere closer to home. Recently went to a gathering where he enjoyed himself, despite the fact that the "crowd was so strongly abolition." Discusses local matters extensively, including local elections. Mention John Brough, who was Governor of Ohio 1864-1865. There is a short note at the end of the letter, written 17 August, telling his son that he intends to send his photograph.
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