Summons for the Commonwealth of Virginia for John Retter(?), to appear before Justice of the Peace Israel Russell on July 1, 1855 to settle a debt. Signed by Russell.
Russell was one of the hostages held by John Brown during the raid at Harpers Ferry.
Acquisition
Accession
191
Source or Donor
Murtaugh, Michael
Acquisition Method
Gift
Credit Line
NB: No Deed of Gift on record for this donor as of 2/12/14
Archive Details
Date(s) of Creation
1855
Archive Size/Extent
Single page, printed text with handwriting on both sides. Measures 6.25" x 5.75"