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J.A. Cowardin & Co., (publishers), fl. 1853-1880 Daily dispatch. [Vol. 21, no. 57 (March 8, 1862)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05959.56.108 Author/Creator: J.A. Cowardin & Co., (publishers), fl. 1853-1880 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Newspaper Date: 8 March 1862 Pagination: 4 p. ; 58.5 x 43 cm Order a Copy

The Evacuation of Columbus confirmed, The Federals near New Madrid, Reported battle in Missouri.

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