To the Ladies of Clear Spring
Summary
An article in the "Herald and Torch" reprinted from the Baltimore American praised the ladies of Clear Spring District for their "zeal and devotion" to the Union cause. A letter from Capt. Whittier, Co. F., First Maryland Regiment, Potomac Home Brigade shows that the ladies had presented a magnificent U. S. flag valued at $75 to his company. The entire regiment under Col. Maulsby appreciates such a gift. Citizens are encouraged to give meaningful gifts of food, fuel to the families of soldiers, etc. if they cannot serve in the army. The soldiers worry about the situation in which their families are left.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light
Publication Date: March 18th, 1863
Page/Column: 2B
Town: Hagerstown, MD
County: Washington
Subjects
- Women and Children
