Freedmen's Bureau Records: Thomas P. Jackson to Mary
A. Watkins, May 27, 1867
Summary:
Jackson informs Watkins that Willis Stewart received a marriage license to marry
another woman, and that Watkins must sue Willis for support when her child is
born.
Bureau Refugees, Freedmen and Abandoned Lands
Office 4th Division, 9th Sub-District, Virginia
Mary A. Watkins
May 27/67
Barterbrook
Willis Stewart came to Staunton and claimed a License to marry another woman. I objected but as you neglected to attend he procured it and now your only recourse is to await the birth of your child and apply to nearest magistrate for a warrant and order for him (Willis) to support the child if you can establish his liability.
Thos P
Jackson
Agent