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Smith, Bailey & Co., The Sentinel. [Vol. 2, no. (August 12, 1864)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05959.57.19 Author/Creator: Smith, Bailey & Co., Place Written: Richmond, Virginia. Type: Newspaper Date: 12 August 1864 Pagination: 2 p. ; 61 x 47 cm Order a Copy

Entire Rebel Force evacuate Maryland's side of the Potomac, Enemy crossing at Williamsport 6 to 8 thousand strong, Eighth Virginia Cavalry burn Chambersburg - Jubal Early's Raid, The 4th of August to be a day of Fast, A Proclamation by Lincoln, The capture of Fort Pillow.

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