The Razor Strap Man
Summary
Story of what Henry C. Smith, the famous local "razor strap man" is doing to help out the Federal army. Fourteen or fifteen years earlier, Mr. Smith perfected an inexpensive but good razor strap and became a very successful peddler. Following the battle of Antietam, he came out of retirement and volunteered as a nurse in a hospital in Frederick. He is attached to the 104th NY Regiment and his patients mend very rapidly, probably due to his skill as well as his marvelous humor which cures despondency. [from Frederick Examiner]
Article Source
Newspaper: The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light
Publication Date: January 21st, 1863
Page/Column: 1G
Town: Hagerstown, MD
County: Washington
Subjects
- Hospitals / Relief Associations
