29 January 1864
Smith, Samuel F.
Autograph letter signed
Title: to J. Wiley Edmands
Smith writes to Edmands to provide the words for "My Country 'Tis of Thee" (GLC05505.230.02). Smith comments that the song's chief merit is the occasion and circumstances in which it was produced, referring to providing momentary joy during the suffering of the Civil War.
GLC05508.230.01