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Soldiers Welcome

Summary

The Hagerstown Mayor and Council proposes to welcome home returning Union soldiers to Washington County with an event that features food and speeches, and where citizens can express their appreciation to their defenders. Each district is requested to appoint a committee of five to make the necessary arrangements. W.M. Tice, Clerk.


Article Source

Newspaper: The Herald and Torch Light

Publication Date: June 7th, 1865

Page/Column: 3B

Town: Hagerstown, MD

County: Washington

Subjects

  • Aftermath of War / Reconstruction

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