Minute Book, 1862-1865
Scope and Contents
Minute book of the Ladies' Soldiers' Aid Society of Monroe, Michigan. Includes minutes of the Society, whose purpose was to "furnish such hospital stores as are not known to be furnished by the general government." This would typically involve making packages and shipping them to the hospitals of various armies. Also includes list of members, constitution, and bylaws of the organization. Among the members listed are Elizabeth Bacon, the wife of George Armstrong Custer. She was elected treasurer of the organization on October 20, 1863.
Dates
- Creation: 1862-1865
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.1 Linear Feet
Language
English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository