2005.36.110: Unknown to Pierce M.B. Young, 1856

2005.36.110: Unknown to Pierce M.B. Young, 1856

1856; Woodford; Panola County Mississippi; Beaver Dam Lake; Tunica MS; Memphis TN; Geo Griff; Col M. Wallace & Lady; Invitation to Visit; Duck Hunting; Walker Question; Election

Author extended an invitation to Pierce to visit on Pierce's next trip out west. He mentioned an upcoming duck hunt at Beaver Dam and wished that Pierce could join him. The author mentioned being annoyed with Griff for not responding to several letters. Discussed sentiment about "young bloods" like Pierce who needed to quench the "fires" burning in their view during the next election. Made reference to "damned Abolitionists." 3 handwritten pages.

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P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum

Bartow History Museum
Auburn University

1856 November 25

Shari L. Williams
Auburn University

Bartow History Museum

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