From the Richmond Dispatch, 1/24/1863, p. 2, c. 3
A MEETING OF THE LADIES’ DEFENSE ASSOCIATION will be held on MONDAY, 25th inst, at the Lecture Room of the Rev Dr. Moore’s church. A full attendance of the members is desired, as business of importance will be before the meeting. The Collectors who have not brought in their books will do so on that day, and all Collectors are particularly requested to attend the meeting.
Mrs. Judge CLOPTON, Pres.
Mrs. J A SMITH, Sec’y
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