^Lot 185 John A. Campbell

Former Supreme Court Justice and Confederate Assistant Secretary of War. War-dated manuscript DS, signed “J. A. Campbell,” one page, 6.75 x 5.25, March 12, 1864. A Confederate Pass which reads, “Permission is granted Rev. A. Sinclair and his family to sail from Wilmington, N. C. to a neutral port subject to the necessary discretion of Maj. Gen’l W. H. Whiting as to the time of their departure.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Campbell to an overall size of 17 x 10.25. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a tape repair to one vertical fold, scattered light toning, and show-through from writing on reverse.