12 May 1863
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- Folder 33
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From Paris, 102 faubourg au Honore", to My Dear Friend. Signature "Tbidem" Most of letter about the Confederate Loan and the war. Names mentioned are Arnold Wilson, The Count, Weston, Mr. O'Sullivan and Adams. Relieved when he received a letter from (Beverley) from Bermuda. Heard that Beverley Tucker had attempted "such a folly" as to run the blockade on a sailboat, the Lone Star; thought the Yankees had captured him. The Count and Weston split the profit on the Confederate Loan. "The Count received his full share, pocketed the whole, and never up to this moment ever said Turkey to me upon the subject." Definite course needs to be decided. Pamphlet published by Mr. (John L.) O'Sullivan, late minister of the U.S. to Lisbon (Portugal), against the North. Sent copies to different French newspapers and to Richmond. Gunboat battle in Vicksburg. "Our Old Friend, the old backgammon player, I really think would become a maniac were I not to change now and then the current of his thoughts." Adams gave passes to several English vessels carrying arms and munitions of war to Mexico. "Uncle Sam and John Bull have resumed their friendly intercourse…" Accession Number 2008.27
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