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[List of accounts]

List of accounts belonging to Captain Samuel Stewart. Includes the names of Samuel Stewart and Nathaniel Greene (not the Revolutionary War general).

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List of clothing transferred

List of clothing transferred by Lietenant Jospeh Hester to Heber Painter. The list includes coats, trousers, flannel shirts, drawers, boots, forage caps, blankets, and stockings.

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to unknown

Note regarding the value of a property. Includes a response signed by R.S. Moody.

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Widow's pension certificate

Widow's pension certificate for Isabella St. Clair, wife of Daniel St. Clair, Drum Major in the Revolutionary War. The certificate is sealed with the Department of the Interior seal. the docket indicates that the pension is to be paid in...

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The soldier's return

Printed copy of the lyrics to "The Soldier's Return" or "Air, Just before the Battle, Mother".

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to sister Ella

Written on the day South Carolina seceded from the Union. Jokingly writes that he dreamt of being at a party with agreeable young ladies, but was abruptly awakened when he fell off his chair. Reports of strong Union feelings in Washington City...

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[certification of Heber Painter]

A letter certifying that Painter has served time as a printer's apprentice at the "Danville Democrat". It is also a recommendation letter for Heber to future employers.

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to sister Kate

Letter is entitled "My Christmas gift to Kate". Describes his walk down Pennsylvania Avenue during the Christmas shopping season. Visits the navy yard and barracks with his friend Russ and remarks that Uncle Sam does not consider Christmas a...

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Collection of Heber Painter, I company, 58th regiment, Pennsylvania, infantry [Decimalized .001-.182]

The collection mostly consists of correspondence from Painter to his aunt and sisters. His letters contain descriptions of camp life, his feelings towards slavery, and anti-Yankee sentiment in Virginia shortly after the war. More specifically he...

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to Captain John Buyers

Order to send the drummers under Buyers' charge for instruction by the Drum Major. Also asks that Corporal Drummer, John Mullen be sent to answer to the charge of disrespectful language and inappropriate conduct towards the Drum Major.

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to Johnny and Heber Buyers

Letter addressed to his nephews, Johnny and Heber. He wishes he could see them more often. Tells his nephew to be kind to the new baby so as to set a good example. Reports that the boys' father is doing well and sends his love. Written in Camp...

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Map of Fortress Monroe and surroundings

Includes an engraving with hand-written indications of where camp, mill creek, and a bridge are located. The map also indicates where fighting occurred and the course of the soldiers.

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Abstract of materials

Includes materials expended or consumed in I Company, 58th Regiment, Pennsylvania Infantry during the third quarter, 1865.

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to [Rebecca Frick]

Writes to his aunt, describing life at Camp Curtain. Reports that he is comfortable and should have no problem getting accustomed to camp life. Written at Camp Curtin.

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Quarterly return of ordnance and ordnance stores

Includes returns for the fourth quarter for Company I, 58th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, commanded by 1st Lieutenant Heber Painter.

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[Map of islands on the Sea of Okhotsk]

A hand-drawn map on linen of islands in the Sea of Okhotsk located on the coast of Russia between the Kamchatka Peninsula and Sakhalin Island. The map contains numbers throughout and depicts such places Big Shantar, Little Shantar, Bear Island, and...

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Abstract of materials

Includes materials expended or consumed in I Company, 58th Regiment, Pennsylvania Infantry during the fourth quarter, 1865.

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[Receipt for clothing issued]

Includes clothes issued to I Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers commanded by 1st Lieutenant Heber Painter. Witnessed by William H. Blair, 1st Sergeant. Lists specific articles of clothing recieved. Docket outlines the allowance of clothing given...

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to sister Kate

Reports that he has a slight cold. Asks his sister to thank their aunt for the good advice contained in her letter to him. Hopes that the war will not last long and is quite sure that England will be getting involved soon. Describes his Christmas...

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[Newspaper clippings]

A collection of three newspaper clippings including (1) an account of a steamer voyage of the New Bedford and New York Steamship line, (2) a poem entitled "The Liquor Seller", and (3) a poem advertising Mark Allen's balsamic cough lozenges. Only the...

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Abstract of materials

Includes materials expended or consumed in I Company, 58th Regiment, Pennsylvania Infantry during the second quarter, 1865.

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Abstract of materials

Includes materials expended or consumed in I Company, 58th Regiment, Pennsylvania Infantry during the first quarter, 1866.

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to sister Ella

States that there is a growing number of disunionists in the city: "the disease is evidently beyond the control of mortal man." Fears that Washington City will be stormed if Virginia and Maryland secede. Reports that the ship "The Brooklyn" has...

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to his sister

Writes from camp near Portsmouth, Virginia. Reports that everyone is enjoying good health. Writes that the company has not officially heard from the new chief. States that there are many New York militia regiments who will probably be taking the...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that he has arrived safely and is in good health. Complains of the dullness of recruiting and wishes that he were stationed in a place where he could be more useful. States that he...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that a letter was received by the captain stating that the men would soon be called in. Attended church and was delighted to find that the Right Reverend Bishop was in town. The...

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to his sister

Reports on the bombardment of Yorktown, which is about twenty miles from Camp Hamilton. Discusses the second lieutenant's report of Yorktown, stating that the rebels were completely surrounded by General McClellan. Complains of a sore throat, but...

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to sister [Kate]

Commends her on her improvement in school under a new teacher. Feels strongly about having his sister properly educated and encourages her to persevere in her studies. Writes that no furloughs for illness or business are being granted for the men...

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Invoice of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

A list of clothing and camp equipment delivered by Lieutenant Samuel Freedley to Captain John Buyers. The docket indicates that this is the second invoice of the quarter for "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers.

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to his sister

Writes from camp near Portsmouth, Virginia. Reports that camp has moved from [Gosport Navy Yard] and complains of the condition of the grounds upon arrival. Discusses the number of Confederate prisoners that are being taken and their willingness...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that things have been quiet for the most part except for the capture of rebel mail some days ago. His present quarters are acceptable and he does not know how long he will be in the...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Wishes that his aunt would send him a five dollar bill in tomorrow's mail. Reports that he received a letter from John, whom with another company, is occupying a very dangerous position at...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that he is still stationed at Wilkesbarre and doesn't know when they'll be called in. Recruiting is still very poor. He is sorry to hear that Lightner is still in the hospital....

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Muster roll [58th Rgt. PA Infantry Company I]

Muster roll of Captain John Buyers for Company I, 58th Regiment of Permanent Volunteers in the Pennsylvania Infantry, stationed at Camp Suffolk, Virginia.

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Certificate of light marching orders from Camp Hamilton to Norfolk

Writes that the 58th Pennsylvania, along with other regiments, left camp and garrison equipage in camp upon being ordered to march to Norfolk. Explains that when the equipage was delivered to the regiments at Norfolk, many of the articles were not...

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Account for quarter ending September 30, 1862

Indicates that all the clothing, camp and garrison equipage are accounted for with the exception of fourteen hat trimmings and ten pairs of stockings.

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to his sister

Complains of the dreary weather, which has brought down his spirits. Asks his sister to thank their aunt for the extra stamps she sent with her last letter, as stamps are very scarce and difficult for soldiers to obtain. States that Camp Hamilton...

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to his sister

States that the soldiers were paid recently and that most of the men sent their money home. Describes watching the CSS Virginia (Merrimac) capture three vessels within 200 yards of a land battery. Writes in detail an encounter between the USS...

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to Rebecca Frick

Writes from Camp Hamilton, Fortress Monroe, Virginia (present day, Hampton, Virginia). Letter addressed to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick or Rebecca Frick. Writes that he received an interesting issue of the Danville Democrat. Reports that...

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to his sister

Writes from camp near Portsmouth, Virginia that he received his sister's letter and was happy to hear from her. Also writes that he sent home a sum of thirty dollars in a package sent along with the Captain. Refers to General McClellan as the...

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to sister Kate

Reports that he was not well for a few days, but is feeling okay now. Writes that recruiting is dull and believes it will continue to be until the fall. He hopes that a draft will start soon. States that there is no news in town.

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Has nothing exciting to report from the town. States that if not for the recent election and draft, the soldiers would be in need of something exciting. Reports that the regiment had a...

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Receipt of Captain Buyers

Receipt for the purchase of six picks and three axes for ICompany, 58th Pennsylvania. Captain John Buyers was commissioned into I Company, 58th Pennsylvania Infantry on October 28, 1862 and resigned seven months later.

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to sister Kate

Complains that he is being kept in town for recruiting despite the poor recruitment rate. Writes that recruiting costs $219 a month and feels that the government should act more economically instead of wasting money on recruiting parties. He was...

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to his sister

Has just learned of a general order to stop outgoing mail but assures his sister that her mail to him will still be received. Advises her to be alert of any news from Big Bethel, Yorktown, Sewel's Point, Norfolk and Richmond. Reports that General...

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Returns of ordnance and ordnance stores

Includes returns for the quarter ending December 31, 1862. Adds remarks on the loss of some Austrian rifles. There are three copies of this document numbered 118a, 118b, and 118c. Written at Batchelder's Creek.

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to sister [Ella]

Reprimands his sister for not answering all his letters and tells her that composition is a very important part of her education. Asks his sister to remember him to a certain Mollie M. whom he feels would make an interesting correspondent for him....

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Invoice of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

A list of clothing delivered by Lieutenant Samuel Freedley to Captain John Buyers. The docket indicates that this is the first invoice of the quarter for "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers.

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to sister Kate

Writes from camp near Portsmouth, Virginia. Reports that Suffolk, Virginia is not occupied by the troops yet. The Gosport Navy Yard has been destroyed except for some walls that are still standing. States that the women are becoming more...

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Invoice of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Includes a list of clothes, camp and garrison equipment delivered by Lieutenant Samuel Freedley to Captain John Buyers. The docket indicates that this is the third invoice of the quarter for "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers.

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[Newspaper clipping fragment]

Fragment clipping of a classifieds page, possibly from a Richmond, Virginia newspaper.

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to sister Kate

Complains about the excessive heat and comments on the health of the soldiers. States that the men in New Bern are healthy, but those in Washington, Roanoke, and Plymouth have got chills and fever. Discusses his recent attack of fever, for which he...

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Invoice of tents

Includes a list of tent equipment delivered by Captain John Buyers to Lieutenant [Angello] Jackson of "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers. Also signed by Lieutenant Jackson as received.

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to sister Kate

Writes that although he would like to request furlough for the holidays, he feels it may be wiser to reserve his request for a time when he will really need it. Reports that Thanksgiving day was celebrated by the soldiers with a meal of hardtack and...

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Invoice of camp and garrison equipage

Includes a list of camp and garrison equipment delivered by Captain John Buyers to Lieutenant Thomas Birmingham of "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers. Also signed by Lieutenant Birmingham as received.

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Special orders

Orders for Major Henry Metcalf, commander of 58th Pennsylvania, to repost Heber Painter for mail carrier duties at the headquarters of the District of Pamplico.

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to sister Kate

Complains about the 2nd lieutenant who has no formal education (civil and military) except for some knowledge in company drilling. Reports of a petition created by line officers to be removed from "Bachelor's" (Batchelder's) Creek on the basis of...

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to sister Anna

Writes that there will be no mail going north for the next week, so he is taking the opportunity to write before the last ship leaves so as to relieve his family of any worries regarding his welfare. Reports that many of the men in the company are...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Describes riding on the steamer Thos. Collyer and the pleasure of feeling a cool breeze after being in the hot and dirty streets of New Berne. Also wishes that his Aunt and sister Anna...

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to sister Kate

Believes that the rebel forces at Kinston, North Carolina have moved to assist Lee in suppressing the advancement of the Grand Army of the Potomac. He has heard news that the rebels have "held their ground" in two days of fighting and have captured...

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to sister Kate

Will soon be leaving for Washington, North Carolina. Reports on the health of the soldiers; some are in the hospital but not in serious condition. Writes that he is suffering from diarrhea.

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Invoice of tents

Includes a list of tent equipment delivered by Captain John Buyers to Lieutenant [Angello] Jackson of "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers. Also signed by Lieutenant Jackson as received.

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to sister Kate

Writes that he spent Christmas on a boat in Washington, North Carolina with other soldiers, most of which were drunk. He had Christmas dinner with Phillip Forrester. Has befriended a widower in Washington who is originally from Pennsylvania....

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Invoice of arms and accoutrements

Refers to the delivery of seventy-two Austrian rifles by Captain John Buyers to Lieutenant Thomas Birmingham of "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers. Also signed by Lieutenant Birmingham as received.

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to sister Ella

Reports a skirmish with the rebels where one Union soldier was lost. Two companies from his regiment were ordered out after two soldiers had been discovered dead two miles from camp. Seven men, thought to have been responsible for the murders were...

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General orders No. 81

Announces the death of Col. J. Richter Jones of 58th Pa Vols. Includes a short note written by Capt. John Buyers: " this action was the last of my service in the field."

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Official price list of clothing

Includes detailed charts of clothing, camp and garrison equipage prices. Also notes that volunteers are given an allowance of $3.50 a month for clothing or $42 a year. Notation in pencil on verso reads "Auditor for the War Department, Washington DC...

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to [Rebecca Frick]

Updates his aunt on the letters he's written home. Writes that the weather is changing and becoming cooler. Reports the same news to his aunt as he does to his sister Anna in the previous letter. States that he could really use some gentian...

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to sister Kate

Writes that he arrived at New Berne this morning. Reports that an expedition went to Elizabeth City and but didn't accomplish much there. Also reports that deserters are coming in daily at a great number. Hopes to hear good news regarding the...

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Invoice of camp and garrison equipage

An invoice of camp and garrison equipage delivered by Captain John Buyers to Lieutenant Thomas Birmingham of "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania. Also signed by Thomas Birmingham as received by Captain Buyers.

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Invoice of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Includes a list of camp and garrison equipment delivered by Captain John Buyers to Lieutenant Thomas Birmingham. The invoice is also signed by Thomas Birmingham as received.

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Writes that he is still in Washington and has not done much fighting recently. Discusses a position for which he applied, stating that he won't be disappointed if he doesn't get it but...

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Invoice of tents

Includes a list of tent equipment delivered by Captain John Buyers to Lieutenant [Angello] Jackson of "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers. Also signed by Lieutenant Jackson as received.

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to sister Kate

Writes to reassure his sister that he is well. Urges her to look on a map and trace his trip from the mouth of the Neuse River to the Pamplico River and then onto Washington, North Carolina; a distance of 110 miles. Reports that rebels destroyed...

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Invoice of arms and accoutrements

Refers to seventy-two Austrian rifles delivered by Captain John Buyers to Lieutenant Thomas Birmingham of "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers. Also signed by Lieutenant Birmingham as received.

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[Appointment to mail carrier]

Written from Department of Pamlico, Quarter Masters Department. Appoints Heber Painter as mail carrier from Washington, NC to New Berne, NC.

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports on a long skirmish involving Union forces, 175 prisoners, and some equipment including a "splendid set of surgical instruments." Gives a detailed description of a surprise attack on...

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to sister Kate

Reports that after Charleston, South Carolina is occupied, there are plans to move on to Wilmington, North Carolina. Writes that Captain Jackson has left for the north to bring back conscripts for the regiment.

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Writes that in addition to being paid, he was able to collect money owed to him and is therefore enclosing one hundred dollars (the one hundred dollars is not included with the letter).

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to sister Ella

He has traveled from Norfolk to Fortress Monroe by the steamer "Expounder". Complains that the steamer was unsafe for transportation and that the men suffered from seasickness. The soldiers continued on to Beauford (also known as old Troxel Inlet)...

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[to his sister]

Discusses the unreliability of the news at camp. He has received word that the mail is in New Bern and hopes it will put an end to rumors of the war ending. States that the rebels want to retake New Bern and Wilmington and capture General Foster....

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[to his sister]

Reports that three horses, ten Confederate soldiers, and their arms were captured by his company. Expects to spend the winter in North Carolina. Has not heard from Foster's expedition, but expects to soon. Reports that he is now in Colonel Howell...

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[to Captain John Buyers]

Letter instructing recipient on how to ambush the enemy. Also asks that some intelligence be gathered. Includes a small hand-drawn map at the bottom of the second page.

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to Captain John Buyers

Orders to go on a reconnoitring expedition of Neus Road.

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Orders for leave of absence

Captain John Buyers is granted a leave of absence to attend to urgent private business. A second note states that due to lack of transportation on the date of 27 February, 1863, the leave of absence will take into affect on March 4, 1863. The...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Mentions that he is thankful to be alive and in good health. Reports that fifteen men from his company were wounded or killed at the battle of Chaffin's Farm. Names and describes some of...

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to his sister

He has received orders to march but doesn't know the destination. Assures his sister that they have not abandoned the rebel capital, as troops from the Tenth Corps have been sent as replacements. Writes that the soldiers are angry with General...

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to sister Kate

Complains of the constant rain and writes that he desires a good pair of boots, as he has been "enjoying the luxury of wet feet" for the past three days. Gives news of the arrival of General Early's troops. Writes that two hundred new Pennsylvania...

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Special orders no. 14

Orders to detail Heber Painter to special duty as Brigade Post Master. Painter is to report to the headquarters of the 3rd Brigade, 1st Division, 18th North Carolina.

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Invoice of camp and garrison equipage

Invoice of equipment transferred from Lieutenant Alva Z. Rogers to Lieutenant Heber Painter.
Written in Manchester neighborhood of Richmond

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to his sister Kate

Hopes his sister is in good health when he returns so that she may welcome him with a "rich musical treat." Mentions the arrival of a new niece from his sister Anna. The men are anxious to be relieved by another regiment. Visits Washington on a...

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to sister Ella

Reports that a large portion of the Army of the James has gone to sea, but he remains on land. Writes that he received a letter from Miss Lee informing him of the yellow fever epidemic that killed Painter's roommate and many others. Has issued an...

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to sister Anna

Reports that the company landed at City Point on the evening of 5 May and started towards Petersburg early the next day. There was some fighting between Confederate and Union forces consisting of 9th New Jersey and 27th Massachusetts. The following...

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to his aunt

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that the forces are withdrawing from the south bank of the James River and believes they will be returning to Whitehouse on the York River or possibly New Bern. States that he and...

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to sister Kate

Writes that he received a letter from their sister Ella in Danville. Reports that the men are getting ready for the fall campaign. Picket duty is hard on the men who perform picket and fatigue duty on alternating days.

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Has marched to the north bank of the James River, advanced on Signal Hill and captured Fort Harrison. Reports heavy skirmishing with a large number of casualties. Asks his aunt for a...

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to sister Kate

Describes the surroundings of Chaffin's Farm and writes that some of the Union men have been trading newspapers with neighboring rebels. Discusses the election of 1864. Wishes the canal would be completed so that they can drive the rebels into...

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to colonel

Updates him on the recent "disastrous battle" fought; the battle of Chaffin's Farm. Writes that he has received the electoral tickets and found that some were not correct. Is wary of fake electoral tickets and will make sure that the soldiers are...

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to his aunt

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Writes that white troops from the 10th and 18th Army Corps and colored troops of the same will be consolidated to form one colored Corps and one white Corps. Feels that the new arrangement...

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to sister Kate

Writes that the rebels keep the Union lines surrounded so much that when the sharpshooters watch from the trees they shoot every time they see a shoulder strap. As a result, one man was killed in his tent and another wounded. Reports that some...

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