Augustus Machim Garber to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-17
Item — Box: 7A, Folder: 60
Scope and Contents
This letter by Augustus Machim Garber is addressed to Robert E. Lee. He writes that he has sent catalogues of Washington College to his uncle. However, his uncle would like information on fees and payment to the school. Garber also mentions sculptor William Rudolph O'Donovan and shares that the scultpor, with approval from Lee, will continue workingon a bust of Stonwall Jackson.
Originally included with this letter was a photograph of O'Donovan's bust of Stonewall Jackson.
Dates
- Creation: 1866-05-17
Creator
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 24 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Subject
- Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870 (Person)
- Washington College (Lexington, Va.) (Organization)
- O'Donovan, William Rudolph, 1844-1920 (Person)
- Confederate States of America. Army. Staunton Artillery (Organization)
- Jackson, Stonewall, 1824-1863 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository