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1822 April 21 . A. [I?] Loomis ALS to Anderson Martin; Pittsfield, [Massachusetts].

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Box 3
Abstract:
Relating the news of Revolutionary War veteran Captain Augustus Stanton's death, following a bad cold. Describes Stanton's last days and his well-attended funeral, which included Shakers. Elder John Lealand delivered a sermon. Has been unable to rent Martin's farm and discusses closing up the farmhouse. Includes a manuscript obituary (1p.) for Stanton, proclaiming him "a man highly esteemed for his social and benevolent qualities his integrity and candor, and for his ardent attachment to his country and her republican institutions."
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3 pages

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Collection

Schoff Revolutionary War collection, 1766-1896
Total components 293
Last indexed 2024-08-05