Letter signed James H. Birch, Planter's House, St. Louis, to Gov. Gamble [Hamilton R. Gamble], September 29, 1861
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- Hamilton Rowan Gamble Papers | Letter signed James H. Birch, Planter’s House [Cameron], to [Governor H.R. Gamble]. In this section of the state I am gratified that your requisition for volunteers will soon be filled. In my immediate locality there has already been organized a battalion, perhaps by this time a regiment, at the rendezvous at Cameron. Discussion of their great need for supplies, the indigent circumstances of the men. I will remain in the city until the arms for the forces at Cameron are received and ready for transshipment. My son, at Cameron on his return from inspections in some of the adjoining counties, seemed full of hope in respect to the aggregate quota of the district, of which the river counties will probably furnish but little. Two of the companies organized in my county are cavalry and have no suitable arms. Can they not be procured from the authorities? I have promised them my best exertions, but can only turn the matter over to you, or through you, to General Curtis. Individuals mentioned include [James Birch, Jr.] and General [Samuel Ryan?] Curtis. Places mentioned include Cameron. (3 pages), 1861 Sept 28
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