The capture of Gen. Rufus Barringer [manuscript], 1911 April 9.

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The capture of Gen. Rufus Barringer [manuscript], 1911 April 9.

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An article from "The daily observer," 19[11] April 9, tells of General Barringer's capture by General Sheridan at the Battle of Five Forks, near Dinwiddie Court House, Va.

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