Messrs. Editors…
Summary
Rev. Dr. D.J. Lee, of St. Thomas’ Church in Hancock, MD, was detained in Virginia recently after a visit to Winchester. Dr. Lee’s Bishop, whose office is in Richmond, supports secession, whereas Lee is a Unionist. Upon his detention, Lee prevailed upon the bishop for his release, but the bishop accused him of stating “falsehoods.” Militia Gen. Carson at Winchester allowed Dr. Lee to return to Hancock upon signing a parole attesting to his neutrality.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light
Publication Date: September 11th, 1861
Page/Column: 2
Town: Hagerstown, MD
County: Washington
Subjects
- Civilian Divided Loyalties
- Civil Liberties
- Home Front / Effects of War
