Letter from J. M. Wells to Mississippi Governor William L. Sharkey; August 27, 1865

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Letter from J. M. Wells to Mississippi Governor William L. Sharkey; August 27, 1865

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People

Bains, S. C.Sharkey, William Lewis, 1798-1873 Wells, J. M.

Events

Military Events--Recruiting and enlistment

Military Units

Mississippi. Militia Mississippi. Militia. Cavalry Regiment

Places

Carroll County (Miss.)Choctaw County (Miss.)Kilmichael (Miss.)Vaiden (Miss.)

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Kilmichael Miss
August 27^th 1865

Gov W. L. Sharkey

Dear Sir

I learn through the press that you have called for two Companies in each County in the state. One of Cavalry And One of Infantry. I have not seen Your proclamation I therefore do not Know its affect, but if it ^be^ for duty in the County or state, I would respectfully ask permission to raise a company of Cavalry for Choctaw County. If you see proper to give the permission asked for- please send the per-mit with all necessary instructions to the undersigned at Vaiden Carroll County Miss to the care of Mr S. C Bains

Very Respectfully

J. M. Wells

P. S. Will the Cotton Bonds for the state be redeemed—

Your & c

J. M. W

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Militia

Wants permission to raise a company