Letter signed C. Gibson, Washington, to His Excellency Gov. Gamble [Hamilton R. Gamble], September 27, 1861
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- Hamilton Rowan Gamble Papers | Letter signed C. Gibson, Washington, to Governor Gamble. I have presented a copy of your letter to me to the President. You acted the patriot and the statesman throughout – were more patient that I expected and more so that I would have been. As everybody [except Bates] seems to be afraid of General Fremont I have taken it upon myself to prefer charges against him before the President. Under his rule we have already lost the Indian and other Territories, most of Missouri and if he is retained in the command of the west, we will lose Missouri and Illinois. I intend to have my charges against Fremont printed. Another and the principal motive with me was to place the President in a position where he would have to recall the General. Individuals mentioned include President Lincoln, Edward Bates and General John C. Fremont. Places mentioned include Missouri and Illinois. (4 pages), 1861 Sept 27
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