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Letter to Lizzie, 1875-11-21

 File — Box: 4257.005, Folder: 19

Scope and Contents

Letter written to Lizzie from her cousin in Cheltenham, Missouri, with news about about the family and the Whiskey Ring trial which had begun. The letter says that and many wealthy and affluent members of the community had been implicated. (The Whiskey Ring Scandal trials began in Jefferson City, Missouri in October 1875.) Her cousin also told her about a feud between Catholic and Protestant priests over the control of the public school system in St. Louis.

Dates

  • 1875-11-21

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Extent

From the Collection: 15.2 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

General

Formerly MSS.2771 Letter to Lizzie

Repository Details

Part of the The University of Alabama Libraries Special Collections Repository

Contact:
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Tuscaloosa AL 35487-0266
205.348.0513