Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to his parents

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GLC#
GLC06728.010-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
January 10, 1862
Author/Creator
Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882
Title
to his parents
Place Written
Rolla, Missouri
Pagination
4 p. : envelope Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 13 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Writes that the regiment has received two six-mule teams per company, some of which are secesh property. Had a New Year's feast of courtesy of the friends of Illinois. Compares prices of produce in Illinois to produce prices in Rolla, Mo. Writes that the Masons; have attempted to get a lodge started but have failed. Has heard rumors that Sigel has resigned. In a post script note he writes that the colonel has been cleared of all charges against him. Written at Camp Rolla

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