Ewing, Philemon, 1820-1896 to William T. Sherman

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GLC#
GLC03601.04-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
February 23, 1863
Author/Creator
Ewing, Philemon, 1820-1896
Title
to William T. Sherman
Place Written
Lancaster, Ohio
Pagination
3 p. : docket ; Height: 20 cm, Width: 16.5 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Addressed to "My dear Bro." Attempts to convince Sherman not to resign over critical reports being printed in the press. "I am sorry to hear that you are so much concerned at the mischief making reports of the correspondents as to think of resigning ... I am very sure it would be a false step which you would always regret." Informs Sherman that knowing that one has performed one's duty is much more important than public approval. Assures Sherman, "I know that you enjoy the highest appreciation & estimate at the hands of those throughout the country whose good opinion you would especially value." States that Sherman cannot withdrawn as he knows this will be detrimental to the cause of the Civil War. Docketed in pencil possibly at a later date.

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