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Humphreys, Andrew Atkinson (1810-1883) to Marsena R. Patrick

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03476.10 Author/Creator: Humphreys, Andrew Atkinson (1810-1883) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 November 1863 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 24.5 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy

Agrees with Patrick's decision in the case of Joseph Crandall. "The papers in the case of Crandall have been examined. You conclusion and intended action in the case are approved."

Marsena R. Patrick was a Union Brigadier General of Volunteers.

Humphreys, Andrew Atkinson, 1810-1883
Patrick, Marsena Rudolph, 1811-1888

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