In a letter dated 28 Jun 1853, to Mr. J.L.B. Gosnell in Martinsburg, VA. from his father, he writes: >I do not intend to tarnish the good reputation I have established by >relaxing in my duties to the Government. The Chimney Cornerites may talk >as loud as they please about bobtail ponys & 10 thousand dollar houses. I >shall do my duty and trust to the Administration to sustain me. What were Chimney Cornerites?? Linda Lawhon To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html