7:20. [Hillsdale, Pennsylvania]., Undated. c. 1861 - c. 1865., bulk: 1861 - 1865

File — Box: 7, Folder: 20

Scope and Contents note

From the Collection:

Miscellaneous autograph, signed manuscripts by various individuals collected by John S. Mayfield.

Dates

Undated. c. 1861 - c. 1865.
Majority of material found within 1861 - 1865

Conditions Governing Access note

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.71 Linear Feet (6 Hollinger Document Cases, 1 Holinger Slim Document Case)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Container Summary

1 Patriotic Envelope most likely sent from a Union soldier to Miss Mary Jane McAfoos [?] at Hillsdale, Indiana County, Pennsylvania. Postmarked Georgetown, Washington, D.C. The envelope depicts a woman holding a U.S. flag. The slogan "Onward to Victory" is printed on the envelope. Also printed is the phrase: "The War for the Union."