Oliver P. Morton papers, 1861-1876.

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Oliver P. Morton papers, 1861-1876.

This collection of 35 items contains letters, commissions, and printed notices relating to Oliver P. Morton from 1861-1876. Items from his terms as governor include letters that deal with his attempts to obtain artillery to protect the Indiana towns along the Ohio River and several recommendations for positions and promotions. There is also a letter to President Lincoln dated 9 August 1861 asking to set up a separate corps of Indiana troops. Also included are letters from Morton to Simon T. Powell that deal with state and national politics.

3 folders, 1 oversize folder.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7251336

Indiana Historical Society Library

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