Letter from J. J. G. Smith to his brother, James H. Smith, sent from Decatur, Alabama to Newark, New Jersey, 1838 January 2
J. J. G. Smith's letter to his brother (January 2, 1838) discusses his upcoming travels as a river boat captain. He will soon be headed north, moving stores for the U. S. Army. On the return trip, he plans to transport the 4th Regiment of U. S. Infantry from the Cherokee Agency to Tuscumbia, Ala. He also considers the benefits of taking a job on shore or continuing to work on the river. At the end of the letter, he sends his greetings to various people.
Dates
- 1838 January 2
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.1 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository