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Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.006 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Riker's Island, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 May 1861 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 20.7 cm, Width: 3.7 cm Order a Copy

He will call on his father when he reaches the city. He wants to know the details of his interview with Mr. Choate.

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