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May 23, 1861

William G. Brown is chosen to represent the district in Congress

On the day of Virginia's secession referendum, Morton reports that Preston County voters helped choose Unionist William G. Brown for Congress.

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Morton, vol. I, ch. XV, p. 148 (printed page)

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