60. JOHN STEVENS BOWEN (1830-1863) Confederate major general who was wounded at the battle of Shiloh. He later died, as a POW, days after the surrender of Vicksburg-a victim of the harsh campaign to save the city. Very rare war-date A.D.S. "Jno. S. Bowen Brig Genl", 1p. 7" x 3 1/2", Vicksburg, June 1, 1863, a promissory note: "Due Major W. F. Haines three hundred 00/100 Dollars borrowed money. Same payable on demand. $800.00". Signature a bit brushed, bottom unevenly cut, still very good. $1,000-1,500