Letter from B. F. Warsham to Mississippi Governor John J. Pettus; August 30, 1861

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Letter from B. F. Warsham to Mississippi Governor John J. Pettus; August 30, 1861

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Alexander, E. M.Pettus, John Jones, 1813-1867 Warsham, B. F.

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Probate courts Universities and colleges Universities and colleges--Jefferson Medical College (Philadelphia, Pa.)

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Judges Physicians Surgeons

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Jackson (Miss.)Philadelphia (Pa.)Ripley (Miss.)Tippah County (Miss.)

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Ripley Missi August 30^th. 61

Gov. J. J. Pettus
Jackson Miss

Sir:—I am informed that Dr. E. M. Alexander of this place, is an applicant for the appointment of Surgeon in the Military service. It affords me much pleasure in saying to you, and all whom it may concern—that he is both, a gentleman and Physician, of high standing,—he graduated in '58 or 9, at Jefferson Medical College in Phildelphia, with distinction, and he's practiced his profession, with great success

His appointment, would give much satisfaction to your numerous friends in this section. With many wishes, for your prosperity and happiness, I remain yours, most truly,

B. F. Warsham Judge of the Probate Court of Tippah Co,
Missi

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Aug 30^th 1861

B. F. Warsham
ansd Septr 6^th 61