Hartford's position, holding the Red River, and the Siege of Port Hudson. He also reports on the condition of Confederate troops. Farragut mentions Confederate naval movements and his plans if they prove to be a threat to the Union forces. The Siege of Port Hudson took place between May 21 and July 9, 1863, corresponding with the Siege of Vicksburg. The Confederates surrendered at Port Hudson a few days after the fall of Vicksburg. The fall of Port Hudson ensured Union control of the Mississippi River.]]>
On verso: "Jane Kinnear Ewing mother of Alex K. Ewing Jane b. June 20, 1816 m. June 12, 1836 d. ?"]]>
On verso: "'Grandmother Ewing Powell' b. ? As 'Frank L. Harris' m. Oct 18, [1685?] to Alex K. Ewing. She was later known as 'Louisa F.' appointed Postmaster General Oct 24, 1874 in Logansport IN d. 1899. husband Alex died Oct 3, 1876 remarried to Jehu Z. Powell in 1881. Mother of Verne Ewing."]]>
Caption: "We're counting on you to bring in the 'big one'! Alaskan Democrats 7/25/54."]]>