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Flora Cooke Stuart

“My brother, Gen’l Cooke, spent last evening with me”

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“My brother, Gen’l Cooke, spent last evening with me”

Flora Cooke Stuart (1836–1923) was the wife of Confederate General J. E. B. Stuart and the daughter of Union General Philip St. George Cooke. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, no date. Letter to John A. Elder. In part: “My brother, Gen’l [John Rogers] Cooke, spent last evening with me—he says—follow the carte-de-visite, by all means.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in her own hand. RRAuction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #400 - Ended January 16, 2013