Lot
2961 
Confederacy, 1862, 5¢ blue. Clear to ample margin, trivial gum soak at edge, tied by "Richmond, Va., Apr 10, 1862" cds on gilt edge folded letter to Danville, Va., 3-page letter of April 9th with fascinating content…I do not except a direct attack (on Yorktown) which of course will prolong our expense…the advance of Buell's Army had compelled Beauregard to retire to his old position without having time to reap all the fruits of his victory…the enemy has retaken all the prisoners, stores, etc.…what it does not mean…that Buell has even crossed the river, but only that Beauregard's fall back was necessary to put this enemy in fighting trim after a ten hours battle…5,000 prisoners sent to the rear as fast as taken, etc., Very Fine, a wonderful letter. Scott No. 4 Estimate $250 - 350.
Realized: $475