Unsigned letter, Lexington, to Governor Gamble [Hamilton R. Gamble], August 13, 1861
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- Hamilton Rowan Gamble Papers | Letter from Lexington, to Governor Gamble. Please correct the many atrocities of the Home Guard Germans who have had a taste of blood and are terrorizing Missouri. Discussion of the murder of Lightner, Sawyer attempting to get testimony. Mr. Greenfield was arrested last night and came near being hung by three Dutch soldiers. Men are looking to Jackson’s army as the only safety. They will go to him by the thousands unless the bloody hand is stayed. Individuals mentioned include Home Guard, James Lightner, Greenfield, Claiborne F. Jackson and [Sam G.] Sawyer. Places mentioned include Lafayette County, Lexington, Owens Landing and Missouri. (4 pages), 1861 Aug 13
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