Fendall, James Robert Young, fl. 1838-1867 to Philip R. Fendall

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GLC#
GLC03135.11.07-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
3 September 1865
Author/Creator
Fendall, James Robert Young, fl. 1838-1867
Title
to Philip R. Fendall
Place Written
Terry, Mississippi
Pagination
7 p. : docket ; Height: 24.8 cm, Width: 19.6 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Discusses the obvious impossibility of his taking an oath swearing that he did not help or support the Southern troops during the war. Argues that he knows many people who have received appointments and must not have taken the oath. Reiterates his desire for his father's help in obtaining work. Mentions matters of local politics and refers to Albert Gallatin Brown and Governor William L. Sharkey.

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