Folder 1: Letters, 1861 Jan. 9, 1880 Aug. 26
Scope and Contents
The Jan. 9, 1861 letter was written to his father, Henry. Wise mentions the organization of students into a military company under "Old Buck" (President Benjamin S. Ewell) and describes both the uniform and the arms. He also mentions that mail delivery service between Williamsburg and Norfolk has been changed.
His Aug. 26, 1880 letter is to the Board of Visitors, resigning his position as professor of chemistry.
Dates
- Creation: 1861 Jan. 9, 1880 Aug. 26
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.01 Linear Foot : 1 Folder (2 items)
Language
English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository