Confederacy, Blue Sulphur Springs (West) Va., May 1, clear strike of cds on orange cover bearing U.S. 1857, 3¢ dull red, perf flaw, cancelled by manuscript strokes addressed to Mrs. Mary K. Shepherd at Fork Union Va., original lengthy 1861 letter from son to his mother filled with political news of the time, raising troops, how he will go and serve if his country needs him, war is likely to be long and bloody, and much more; accompanied by "Blue Sulphur Springs Va. May 6" cds on yellow cover without rating to Capt. Asa Holland P.M. at Halesford P.O. in Franklin Co. Va., no dating but of the same time period of latter; foxing stains; a Very Fine pair, ex-Thayer. Estimate  $1,500 - 2,000. THESE ARE THE ONLY RECORDED CONFEDERATE USAGES FROM BLUE SULPHUR SPRINGS. $0 (Image)