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Series II: Civil War Correspondence, 1861-1865

 Series

Scope and Contents note

Two letters in this series discuss significant family events. In the letter dated August 23, 1863, Marie Turner informs James Turner of his sister Martha’s death. In the letter to her mother and sister dated October 17, 1864 Marie Turner discusses her husband’s death which occurred earlier that year.

Dates

  • Creation: 1861-1865

Creator

Access Restrictions

This material is open for research. Stored off-site at the Library Service Center. Please request this material via woodson@rice.edu or call 713-348-2586.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.3 Linear Feet ( (15 folders))

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Woodson Research Center, Rice University, Houston, Texas Repository

Contact:
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA
713-348-2586