Smith-Murray family papers, 1856-1946.

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Smith-Murray family papers, 1856-1946.

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Letters, estate records, photographs, and ephemera of the Smith and Murray families. A letter (1864) from William Baltus Murray at Oak Hill (N.C.) to his parents describes conditions and food supplies in North Carolina, and the theft of food by soldiers in his company. Three letters (1908-1910) from Murray Smith at Williston (S.C.) to Clothilde Smith discuss horses and family life. Estate records include an appraisal (1856) of the estate of John Smith, Sr. detailing the value of property and slaves. An estate record (1856) lists the names of purchasers and amounts paid for goods and chattels. The collection also contains ephemera and photographs of family members. Included is a photograph of "Dr. Winchester Smith when a member of the South Carolina Constitutional Convention in 1895."

10 items.23 photographs.

South Carolina Historical Society

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SNAC Resource ID: 7337520

South Carolina Historical Society

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Smith, John, d. ca. 1856

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Smith, Winchester.

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Hampton's Brigade.

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Smith family.

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Murray, William Baltus.

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Smith, Clothilde.

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Smith, Murray, fl. 1908-1910.

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Murray family.

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Confederate States of America. Army. South Carolina Cavalry Regiment, 2nd

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In May 1864 the surviving members of the Hampton Legion infantry were transfered to this unit and renamed the Hampton Legion cavalry. From the description of Certificate and receipt for horse, 1865 Feb. 11. (The South Carolina Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 36866086 ...