McSherry, Anna (b. 1833) to Henry F. McSherry
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.21.55 Author/Creator: McSherry, Anna (b. 1833) Place Written: Martinsburg, West Virginia Type: Autograph letter Date: 29 March 1866 Pagination: 4 p. ; 18.7 x 12.4 cm. Order a Copy
Written by Anna to her brother Henry. She seems to have had a meeting with "Mr. Welles" -- possibly the Secretary of Navy Gideon Welles. She thinks one of the charges brought against Henry was disloyalty. She is surprised because "you and Pa at the first out break of the war opposed secession." She mentions that their father was president of a Union meeting early in the war. Says there was a "reign of terror" in West Virginia when Confederate forces came through, making arrests. She says it was well known that Henry always did what he felt was right. Also mentions that their father is still upset by his resignation. Makes a reference to a conversation with her brother where Henry was accused of "shortcomings in regard to two Balt. ladies and a New York lady." Letter added to on 7 April 1866 -- says she received his letters dated 28 January and 1 February from Hong Kong. Says they never received the letter that described Hong Kong. The letters appear to have included a photograph, since she says she thinks he looks healthy and happy. Mentions seeing Admiral Porter in connection with Henry's affairs.
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