Statistics for occurrence #1 of “Mitchell” in article 17 of The Daily Dispatch: April 5, 1862., [Electronic resource]:
...d to D. Hagerty, 1st Lieut. Purcell Battery, by the non-commissioned officers and privates, as a token of their esteem for him as a gentleman and officer." This handsome service of silver was made by Mitchell & Tyler, of this city.
It is really a flattering compliment, which is duly appreciated by the recipient.
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