Robert Saunders at Washington to his wife Lucy, 1865 August 27
Scope and Contents
Had dinner with Peggy and her husband, William Botts in Richmond. They and their grandchildren are well. Botts has given him a letter to the President, which he delivered “without being able to say much.” Will attempt an interview, but is not hopeful it will occur tomorrow and he may be in Washington a few days before it occurs. Is “as active as a steam printing press and shall not relax (his) efforts until (he ) succeeds in getting (his) property restored…or come to a dead halt.” Confident it will be restored.
Dates
- Creation: 1865 August 27
Creator
- From the Collection: Saunders, Robert, 1805-1868 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository