Worldwide United States Fort Gibson Arkansas 1867-1868 Soldier's Letters.
Sale No: 44
Lot No:1248
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Fort Gibson, Arkansas, 1867-1868 Soldier's Letters. Archive of 14 letters and covers from soldier to his mother in Connecticut, writer is stationed all over the Indian Territory and in the Dakotas, most postmarked at Fort Gibson but various datelines, including Ft. Arbuckle, Ft. Gibson, C.N., Fort Randall & Fort Rice (both in Dakota), "Steamer Cornelia", etc; contents fascinating, including discussion of Indians" in their paint", talk of foot-races by the soldiers, buying a new hound and horse, selling his racing pony for $15, etc; covers in somewhat mixed condition, letters excellent, F.-V.F. lot. Estimate $500 - 750. $0 (Image)
Opening US$ 1,600.00
Sold...US$ 1,600.00
Closed..May-01-2011, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 44
Lot No:1249
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Fort Gibson, Arkansas, 1867-1868 Soldier's Letters. Four letters, accompanied by their covers, one franked with 3¢ rose "C" grill, from soldier in Indian Territories to mother in Connecticut, fascinating lengthy letters talking about the Indians and various troop activities and other military matters; letters should be examined carefully as this archive is important; condition generally F.-V.F. Estimate $300 - 400. $0 (Image)