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to Selina

He discusses Christmas, as well as soldiers singing patriotic songs. He mentions "Columbia the Gem of the Ocean," "America," and "The Star Spangled Banner." He encloses another song (not included). Cross-written additions on page 4.

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to Sis

He writes to his sister, possibly Selina. He sends a patriotic/religious poem and includes hand-drawn medallions in each corner. Written on blue paper.

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to Lena

He writes to his sister Selina. In his letter, he discusses being paid and mentions his high spirits. Letter written on blue paper.

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to Hattie

Sends his sister Hattie a poem entitled "Uncle Sam is a Good Uncle."

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to Lena

He writes to his sister, Selina, and includes a poem about a sleigh ride.

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[Receipt for Eben Pearce's rent]

Possibly written from Palmyra, Missouri. Rent receipt for $5 for two weeks. Written on blue paper.

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to Mother

He explains that he is traveling down-river and requisitioning wood. He says that they are taking wood from southern civilians and in the letter mentions Fort Henry. Written from Savannah, Tennessee and Shanta, Ohio.

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to Father

He discusses "holding the river," and the Battle of Island Number Ten. In the letter, he mentions rebel gunboats. The letter is written on Ohio patriotic stationery.

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to Father

Edgar Pearce writes to his father about furloughs, explaining that sick men cannot get furloughs. He also discusses the expected battle at Corinth. Written at Pittsburgh Landing.

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to Father

Edgar Pearce discusses arrangements for his father to visit him. He also mentions a landing at Eastport which was deserted. He writes from "Camp Chiloh," possibly referring to Shiloh, in Tennessee.

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