From James A. Holmes to John W. Geary

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Title: From James A. Holmes to John W. Geary
Creator: James A. Holmes
Description: This letter, dated October 2, 1856, was written by James A. Holmes on behalf of the people of Osawatomie, Kansas, to Kansas Gov. John W. Geary. Holmes states that on August 30, 1856, a band of 410 Border Ruffians led by Martin White attacked Osawatomie, killing two men and injuring a third before plundering and burning the town. Holmes seeks permission for the citizens of Osawatomie to organize in self-defense against another attack by White.
Date: October 2, 1856
Local Subject: Bleeding Kansas, Bloodletting Missouri
Guerrillas
Border Ruffians
Bogus Legislature
People: James A. Holmes
John W Geary
Geographic Subject: Miami County, Kansas
Owning Organization: Kansas Historical Society
Location: Kansas Territorial Records, 27-01-01-01, Folder 35
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