Description: Plain Jane 1 CIVIL WAR - RELIEF FUND RECEIPT- SOLDIERS WIFE 9TH ME INFANTRY SACO ME 1861 DESCRIPTION Saco, Maine, 1861, 3 5/8 x 8 3/8”. Pay to “Mrs J Kelley”, Soldier’s wife to John A. Kelley, Residence Saco ME; 36 years old. Enlisted on 9/22/1861 as a Sergeant. On 9/22/1861 he mustered into "E" Co. ME 9th Infantry . He was dismissed (date not stated). (Dismissed from service, 1863).Promotions: 2nd Lieut (1862) It became painfully apparent very soon after the war began, that pecuniary aid for the relief of the wives and families of the soldiers would be needed. The wages of the volunteers were not enough for the needs of the case, and, moreover, much of the time those wages were greatly in arrears, and often it was difficult or impossible to send the money home when obtained. Acts were passed allowing the authorities of counties, cities and towns to appropriate funds for relief as might be needed, and empowering them at their discretion, to levy a tax to obtain money for such purposes. Fine cond. (see scan). Domestic post will be $4.50 Thank you for your interest in the item. TERMS AND CONDITIONS All merchandise is unconditionally guaranteed as to originality and description. Payment is to be received within 7 days after notification. To comply with ebay's policy, paypal is the required method of payment. Please email me if special attention is needed. Items are usually sent within 1-2 days upon payment. In most cases, the most cost efficient means of shipping will be offered. Books are generally sent USPS media mail.
Price: 36 USD
Location: Avondale, Arizona
End Time: 2025-02-01T01:25:17.000Z
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