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Young, D.J., fl. 1865 to George W. Koonce

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08606.02 Author/Creator: Young, D.J., fl. 1865 Place Written: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 January 1865 Pagination: 2 p. ; 25.3 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy

Acknowledges receipt of a letter informing him of a time extension allowed for county officers by the West Virginia Legislature to qualify for an unspecified position. Discusses the removal of a Judge (possibly from Harper's Ferry) from office. Instructs Koosis to "Be particular to see that when we have another election, that the necessary oath of loyalty be applied to every person, who offers to vote." Discusses possible relocation of the Jefferson County Seat to Shepherdstown, West Virginia.

Koonce, George W., 1818-1908
Young, D. J., fl. 1865

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