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Burnett, Lawrence T., fl. 1862-1863 The confederate states. [Vol. 6, no. 19 (November 15, 1862)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06208.09 Author/Creator: Burnett, Lawrence T., fl. 1862-1863 Place Written: New Iberia, Louisiana Type: Newspaper Date: 15 November 1862 Pagination: 2 p. : wallpaper ; 46 x 28.8 cm. Order a Copy

Major-General R. Taylor assures inhabitants of St. Martin, St. Mary, and Lafayette counties that their residences and possessions will be safe with him there. Some ads in French. Proclamation by Lincoln regarding conscription. Gray and brownish floral diamond pattern.

Burnett, Lawrence T., fl. 1862

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