Ladies Monumental Association (Columbus, Mississippi)
Organization
Historical Note
The Columbus chapter of the Ladies Monumental Association was formed in April of 1869 to care for the graves of Confederate soldiers in a local cemetery. In 1874, they erected a monument in town for the veterans of the Civil War.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Ladies Monumental Association [Columbus, Mississippi] Receipt,
Collection
Identifier: Ms-2013-045
Abstract
The collection consists of a receipt for the Ladies Monumental Association in Columbus, Mississippi, for the purchase of oysters, ice, and express freight of the order. The purchase totalled $36.40 and is signed by the supplier, Henry Zorn.
Dates:
1873 - 1873