[ Autographs ] John Echols 1823-1896 Confederate brigadier general who served with Jackson and Loring, later succeeding Loring as commander of the Army of Southwest Virginia. A.D.S. "Jno. Echols", about six lines on a document 2pp. small 8vo., "County of Monroe", July 17, 1860 As attorney for the plaintiff, Echols acknowledges receipt of E52.78, apparently in payment for his services. Very light toning, otherwise very good.