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[Van Nuys, Mollie and Charlie?]

Portrait of a little girl seated on a chair with a young boy standing beside her.

GLC07687.164

[Commission for J. H. Van Nuys to carry donated goods]

Commission for J. H. Van Nuys to carry donated goods for the 7th, 9th, 13th, and 14th Indiana Regiments stationed in Western Virginia

GLC07687.167

to Dear Parents

Written at Camp Elkwater.

GLC07687.001

to unknown

GLC07687.105

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

Fears that his previous two letters mistakenly direct to Cheat Mountain. Describes sowing and harvesting activities at home. Mentions the previous day's election, an observes that "this war has made 'strange bedfellows.'" Includes a brief note in a...

GLC07687.108

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

inquires about Dick [her son's/brother's?] health ("I received a letter from Orien to day stating that Dick has the camp fever...."), describes the contents of a package she sent via Col. Garen, and relates general family news.

GLC07687.140

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

Good condition of the hogs at home. Speculates that the price of pork will depend largely on the actions of the Army. Expresses frustration at the Army's general lack of progress and frequent change of ccommand.

GLC07687.111

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

GLC07687.143

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

Explains that his plans to deliver clothing and blankets to Company F have been delayed until he receives another letter. Describes the participation of young people in a recent church service, and includes a list of those who have recently joined...

GLC07687.114

The Retirement of General Scott

Reprints Scott's letter of resignation to Simon Cameron, Lincoln's address acknowledging the resignation, Scott's reply to Lincoln, and Cameron's letter to Scott.

GLC07687.179