Finding Aid for the J. J. G. Smith Letter, 1838 January 2
MS-2385 University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN
Encoded by: Elizabeth Dunham, July 11, 2006.
Summary Information
J. J. G. Smith Letter
Date/Date Range : 1838 January 2
0.1 linear feet
Abstract: J.J.G. Smith's letter to his brother (January 2, 1838) discusses his upcoming travels as a river boat captain. He also considers the benefits of taking a job on shore or continuing to work on the river.
MS-2385
University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN
Access and Use
This letter was purchased by Special Collections in July 2001.
Collection is open for research.
The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.
[Identification of Item], J. J. G. Smith Letter, MS-2385. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.
Arrangement
Collection consists of a single folder.
Biography / History
No biographical information is available.
Collection Scope and Content Note
J.J.G. Smith's letter to his brother (January 2, 1838) discusses his upcoming travels as a river boat captain. He will soon be headed north, moving stores for the U.S. Army. On the return trip, he plans "to transport the 4th Regiment of U.S. Infantry from the Cherokee Agency to Tuscumbia, Ala." He also considers the benefits of taking a job on shore or continuing to work on the river. At the end of the letter, he sends his greetings to various people.
Subject Terms
- Tennessee River -- Commerce.
- United States. Army. Infantry. 4th Regiment.
- Cherokee Indians -- Southern States.
Contents List
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Letter from J. J. G. Smith to his brother, James H. Smith, sent from Decatur, Alabama to Newark, New Jersey, 1838 January 2
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