James Barron Hope, Norfolk, Virginia, to Annie B. (Whiting) Hope, Warrenton, North Carolina, 7 September 1861.

Containers:
Box 1, Folder 5
Scope and content:

4 pages. Autograph Letter Signed. Just received her letter; plans to make Jennie a carriage; asks what kind of shoes she wants; gratitude to Dr. Howard for his care of Jennie; Clay has been appointed Quarter Master and Captain in the Confederate army; opinion that CSA general Earl Van Dornand his Texan troops can defend Texas well against invasion; has no more doubt of the Confederacy's success than he does in the Christian religion. Includes Autograph Letter Signed, 7 September 1861 from James Barron Hope, Norfolk, Virginia, to Annie B. (Whiting) Hope, Warrenton, North Carolina; Explanation of difference between registered and coupon bonds; why he views coupon bonds as superior; the great kindness of his aunt, Mrs. Samuel Barron; concern for his mother's health; do not despond, but instead trust in God; delight in learning that Baby Jane climbed the steps; has written a poem on the Battle of Bethel, and plans to write General Magruder about it; kiss his mother and the girls for him. 4 pages. Includes Ms from James Barron Hope, Norfolk, Virginia, to Annie B. (Whiting) Hope, Warrenton, North Carolina. Diagram of belt for hiding valuables; instructions for burning the note after mastering its concept.

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