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Semmes, Paul Jones (1815-1863) to [Tenennt] Lomax

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00572.06 Author/Creator: Semmes, Paul Jones (1815-1863) Place Written: Columbus, Georgia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 April 1859 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 25.4 x 19.7 cm. Order a Copy

Semmes's retained copy. Addressed to Captain Lomax in Montgomery, Alabama. Writes that he is pleased to announce the cooperation of the City Light Guards and gives some information on the parade of ceremony. Docketed and signed by Semmes on verso.

Semmes, Paul Jones, 1815-1863
Lomax, Thomas, fl. 1853-1860

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