Letter to Edgar M. Lazarus from C. J. Elford regarding Lazarus' application for pardon. Elford states he has procured a pardon for Lazarus and asks for him to sign the acceptance to make to complete the process.
Amnesty Oath certificate stating Edgar M. Lazarus had taken the oath and filed a petition for pardon under President Andrew Johnson. The certificate also states that Lazarus' petition had been approved and his pardon recommended to the President.
General orders letter signed by General Joseph E. Johnston regarding the Military Convention between General William Sherman and General Johnston which resulted in Johnston's surrender.
Confederate Medical Examiner's note regarding an examination of Edgar M. Lazarus. The note states Lazarus suffers from myopia. The surgeon recommends Lazarus be on "permanent detail" and states he is unfit for field duty. The note is signed by Dr. Robert Lebby.
Confederate Medical Examiner's note regarding an examination of Edgar M. Lazarus. The note states Lazarus suffers from myopia. The surgeon recommends Lazarus be on "permanent detail" and states he is unfit for field duty. The note is signed by Dr. Robert Lebby.
Oath of Allegiance signed by Minnie (Rachel) Mordecai Lazarus, wife of Edgar M. Lazarus, which states she will abandon all allegiance to the Confederate States of America.
Note to the Army Medical Examining Board from two surgeons regarding an examination of Edgar M. Lazarus and suggesting him "unfit for field service" due to his myopia, also referred to as nearsightedness.
Confederate States Army ration receipt sent to Edgar M. Lazarus. The receipt outlines the expenses for allotted rations provided to Lazarus for thirty days.
