Letter, John M. Lea in Nashville, Tenn. to J. B. Brownlow, 1883 April 22
ALS. Expresses thanks that Brownlow responded so promptly to their request. Says that he was sorry that the illness of his son, Overton, prevented him from being at the society for the presentation of the portrait of the Parson because in presenting the portrait, Lea had planned on speaking favorably about his character, ...who in an age of corruption lived without a stain upon his private character -- a man who had, as the French say the courage of his opinions and would suffer martyrdom rather than yield an opinion which he believed he was in the right.
Says that Overton seems better. Says that the portrait is very good. States that the walking stick, letters, or anything Brownlow can sent the society will be appreciated. With envelope.
Dates
- 1883 April 22
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet (1 half box)
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository