June 18, 1861
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THE IRISH LEAVING LINCOLN—We learn by a private letter received by one of our business men from Richmond, that 26 Irish members of the 69th New York Regiment have left the “___ Wreck” and joined the Confederate forces in Virginia. The 69th is an old established Regiment and has enjoyed a considerable reputation for drilling. We would not be surprised if we should have the entire Regiment ‘ere long.
[Transcribed by Sharon Strout]