Moore, John (1826-1907) to James Kelly
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04194.32 Author/Creator: Moore, John (1826-1907) Place Written: Fort Hall, Oregon Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 August 1860 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 20.3 x 25.4 cm. Order a Copy
Explains that two thirds of the forces with him are out constantly escorting emigrants. Many of the travelers are extremely ignorant, and some sell their weapons to the "very Indians that lay an ambuscade for them at the first canyon they pass through." Moore believes the land east of the Mississippi is superior to the western lands. Mentions that Tom Flight is currently with him and will be going out the next day "as an escort to a train of emigrants going to Oregon." Reports that Judge Cadlebaugh was not killed. Mocks the pretended humility of Judge Eckles in accepting the nomination for Congressional office. Hopes the Democrats will be defeated.
Moore was an army surgeon on duty during the Utah War, 1857-1861. Kelly was the husband of Moore's sister, Mary.
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