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grand idea

Actually, over two grand From a Seneca County, New York newspaper in December 1864: Arrested for Forgery. Lieut. H.C. Furniss, of Waterloo, is now under arrest at Elmira, charged with forging the name of Provost Marshal Knapp, of this district, … Continue reading

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“axes and shovels are in demand”

Tools of War From a Seneca County, New York newspaper in 1863: From the 1st Veteran Cavalry. CAMP STONEMAN, D.C., Nov. 21st, 1863. FRIEND STOWELL: – Although nothing extraordinary has transpired to disturb the even tenor of our camp-life during … Continue reading

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