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George Weston letter , 1865 April 28
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Weston, George, active 1865
- Title
- George Weston letter
- Dates
- 1865 April 28 (inclusive)18651865
- Quantity
- 0.025 linear feet, (1 container) : 1 folder
- Collection Number
- CA 1865 Apr 28
- Summary
- The collection contains a photocopied letter dated April 28, 1865, by George Weston, Ft. Colville, Washington Territory, to Thomas Kern, Ft. Walla Walla, Washington Territory, regarding the American Civil war, the death of Lincoln, and the capture of General Lee.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
In the letter, Weston comments on the troubles of soldiering at Colville, refers to the arrival of news about the capture of Lee, and the death of Lincoln. The letter is very faint and hard to read.
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Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to the George Weston Letter |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Soldiers--Washington Territory--Correspondence
Personal Names
- Weston, George, active 1865
Corporate Names
- United States. Army
Geographical Names
- Fort Colville (Wash. : Army garrison)
- United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--personal narratives
- Washington Territory--History
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
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