John (Jno) D. Hyman to Col. Jos. Cathey, August 19, 1863

John (Jno) D. Hyman to Col. Jos. Cathey, August 19, 1863

Cathey, Joseph, 1803-1874

Confederate States of America. Congress. House of Representatives -- Elections, 1863

Hyman, John D.

Hyman, John D. -- Political activity

North Carolina -- Politics and government -- 1861-1865

United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories

In this letter of August 19, 1863, John Hyman writes to Joseph Cathey concerning his efforts to be elected to the Confederate Congress. He discusses the outcome of a recent convention held to choose candidates, and shares his thoughts concerning other candidates who were being considered or who were interested in the congressional seat, including Sam Love and Allen Davidson.

Hyman, John D.

Joseph Cathey and Cathey Family Papers

Hunter Library Digital Collections, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC 28723

1863-08-19

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Civil War in Southern Appalachia