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CHARMING ANNIVERSARY WHIMSY.

CHARMING ANNIVERSARY WHIMSY.
Ohio, early 20th century. Small marble book carved for Matilda McKay Sosman and her husband, William Sosman, in celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary, dated 1862 and 1912. 1"h. 2 3/4"w. 2 1/4"d., in a modern display case.

William (a baker) and Matilda appear in the Federal Census in Chillicothe, Ross County, Ohio, from 1870 until 1910. Interestingly, on this anniversary present, Sosman is identified as "Capt. Sosman 22 O.V.I.", suggesting that this charming whimsy may have been a present to the couple by someone who served with Sosman during the Civil War. Sosman served two tours: a four-month stint in 1861 where he was promoted from private to 1st Sergeant, and a one-year (from September 1861 to September 1862) stint as captain, both in the 22nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry. During his time with the 22nd OVI, Sosman saw action at Fort Donelson and Shiloh.

Condition: Some wear, soiling, and residue.

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