Bowles, Jennett collection, 1862-1868.

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Bowles, Jennett collection, 1862-1868.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/50158956

Civil War era letters written to Miss Jennett Bowles by various friends, including Thomas B. Coffman (30th Iowa Infantry), Benton Russell and William N. Parker (both of the 3rd Iowa Cavalry), Thomas Jefferson Hensley (writing from Nevada), and Alexander Spurier.

0.5 linear ft. (1 archives box)

Iowa State Historical Society

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SNAC Resource ID: 7621326

Iowa State Historical Society

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Bowles, Jennet

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United States. Army. Iowa Infantry Regiment, 3rd (1861-1864)

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Parker, William N. (William Nelson)

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Bowles, Jennett.

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Jennett Bowles, sometimes called Netty, lived in Van Buren County, Iowa and preserved the letters sent to her by male friends in the 1860s. Thomas B. Coffman writes about life in the 30th Iowa Infantry, including taking part in Sherman's March to the Sea. Benton Russell wrote partially in code and worries about his farm and family. Alexander Spurier's letters suggest he wanted to meet and marry Jennett Bowles. From the description of Bowles, Jennett collection, 1862-1868. (Iowa Sate ...

Spurier, Alexander

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Russell, Thomas Benton

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United States. Army. Iowa Cavalry Regiment, 3rd (1861-1865)

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Coffman, Thomas M.

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