Harris, Isham G. (Isham Green), 1818-1897 to Thomas C. Reynolds
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00909 Author/Creator: Harris, Isham G. (Isham Green), 1818-1897 Place Written: Memphis, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: March 15, 1868 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
Harris discusses his return to Tennessee after escaping to Mexico after the Civil War. He describes how he went to England to investigate the prospects of making a living there in the cotton industry. After a three year absence, he realized "I should never be contented separated from the ties and associations of my former life." Consequently, he "resolved to brave all the consequences and return to Tennessee and share the fortunes of her people." He discusses turning himself in to face the indictments against him, his anticipation of the charges being disposed of, and his view that he will be able to make a living in the state. He notes the welcome he received around "the Country was most Cordial and Kind." He also notes that Reynolds will be at no risk if he should return and that the "revolutionary condition" of Mexico should be an inducement to leave. Harris was the Confederate Governor of Tennessee. With a small piece of paper (possibly the envelope) attached to the first page.
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