Papers. 1847-1940.

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Papers. 1847-1940.

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This collection of photocopies contains notes on the Ward family's history, documents of commission in the U.S. army, and letters written to John Hardin Ward from James Speed, Peachy Peay, and Eliza Peay Ward. The collection includes information about the war, President Lincoln's death, and Washington society life.

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The Filson Historical Society

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The Filson Historical Society

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Speed, James, 1812-1887

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