10 May 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her cousin

Written by his cousin Mary. She is very glad to hear from him. She apologizes for not having mailed a long letter she had written for him, she found it in her desk sealed. She hopes and prays that he will return home safely. She will write him a long letter soon. States that her heart "aches" for the soldiers in the war.

GLC03523.42.45

25 May 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary

Signed by Sarah Le Van Valkenburgh [?]. Written at Council Bluffs, Iowa [?]. Writes that they are camping with some of the "local folks" and their children are playing as the author writes. The weather has been very dry since they have been on the road. Writes that "the whole place looks like a soldier camp." There are a large number of people waiting to cross the river, including the author. The dirt has been the worst here. Wishes that Mary could write to them more often and that they could see their "dear old home." Asks her to keep a "corner" of her heart warm for them. They only have…

GLC03523.42.46

12 June 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her brother

Written by his sister Laura. Writes how much she misses him and about the last time he spent the summer at her house. She prays that he is safe and that he will survive the war. Lousia is very happy that Henry has returned and she hopes that the two of them will have a very good life together. Writes that his Mary is doing better but is still not well. Thinks that Mary will come again to visit in a few days. She fears that their father is very sick and even if he recovers will not be truly well ever again. Writes about gathering flowers in the yard and her garden at home. Thinks about sending…

GLC03523.42.47

13 June 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Franklin

Written by Mary. Even though he is not home she is glad she is able to write and receive letters to and from him. She is looking forward to the day when she will not have to worry about writing or receiving letters and instead can talk to him. Writes that she is feeling much better. Before she was so unwell that she could not leave her room but now she can go up and downstairs as she pleases. Writes that Father is feeling "very much down" and has been sick for two or three days. She is also sorry to have read in his sister Cordelia's letter that her health is so poor. She is very sad and…

GLC03523.42.48

19 June 1864 - 20 June 1864

Hogeland, Sally W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her brother

She is glad to learn that he has escaped unharmed and feels for the many brave soldiers who gave their lives in battle. Writes that she is visiting their sister Lydia. She thinks that the visit will do her good both "bodily and mentally." Likes the weather and country there very much. Compared to all of the sad scenes they are used to she is "comparatively speaking, happy." Writes that everyone at Lydia's is doing well. Thinks that their home is very "delightful" as there is often music and flowers. Writes that Henry delivers papers which pays 15 dollars a week. She does not have a job.…

GLC03523.42.49

30 June 1864 - 3 August 1864

Fuller, Franklin W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his mother and relatives and Mary

A series of short diary-like entries for the past few days. There are also three pencil sketches: one of Buffalo Spring at Catoosa Springs, Georgia; another of a bridge at Catoosa Springs; the third is a drawing of a tree. There was no activity until Monday when the Confederates began to shell the Union lines "vigorously." But the damage was light killing a mule and wounding one soldier. Writes that the shelling did not improve the taste of the coffee and made supper difficult to get. There was a letter in the "Freeport Journal" about the death of one of his friends. He has been thinking…

GLC03523.42.50

21 August 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to W

Letter is signed by "Mary & Cornell." They were very happy to have received his letter and it has been a long time since he had last written. They write that Uncle John and Aunt Lydia are feeling poorly. The other family friends are well. The new house is very nice and a family friend, Justice Clarke, is building it for them. With help being scarce and Uncle John not feeling well, they gave up the idea of using stone for their house and are busy working on a frame. They provide a detailed description of the dimensions of the new house. Write about the excellent bedrooms, cellar and other…

GLC03523.42.51

October 2, 1864

Stark, Lydia, fl. 1862-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her brother

A letter signed by Hem [?] and Cal is included with 03523.42.53. Describes the day as very cold and rainy. Writes about what the animals are doing. She states that her family is doing well and that James has visited his uncle Nathan, who was sick and unable to leave his house. She is thinking of sending Jane even though she has not traveled much on her own. Writes that she is very worried about Nathan as he got dysentery in a camp and has still not recovered. Is very glad that his campaign has ended. After such a "fearful struggle" for Atlanta, Georgia she thought that every soldier might "…

GLC03523.42.53

23 April 1865

Stark, Lydia, fl. 1862-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her brother

Writes that the day is cold. There was a funeral service at the old church for Lieutenant Border. Lieutenant Border's family was there as well and they were all very distraught. Writes that she has received his letter from Huntsville, Alabama but expected that he would have written her from Illinois. Asks if he thinks he will have a hand in taking Richmond, Virginia or going after Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston. Hopes that when General William T. Sherman catches Johnston that he will not "let him off easy." Compares the rebels with the children from the story "The Woman Who Lived in a…

GLC03523.42.56

5 May 1865

Fuller, Franklin W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary

Written on the ammunition train of the 2nd Division of the 4th Alabama, near Nashville, Tennessee. He thanks her for sending him money as they have not received any pay yet. There are rumors that they will be paid soon but he does not expect to be paid until he is mustered out. He has sent her a package with some clothing items and a blanket; he asks her to "stow" these items away for him. Thinks only the veteran troops and the new recruits with at least one year to serve will go to Texas. There is little said about returning home but he is "confident" that they will be home by 4 July. Plans…

GLC03523.42.57

7 May 1865

Hogeland, Sally W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her brother

Apologizes for not having written in such a long time. They hope that no harms comes to him during the what seems to be the last days of the war. She knows that he is looking forward to coming home. Hopes that there will be no more lives lost as it seems the war is almost over. Writes that Ezra had typhoid fever and his recovery seemed unlikely. He was so sick that he required "watchers" during the night. Writes that he could not do any work for two months. He is feeling "smart" now and is preparing to plant his corn. Writes that she has not been feeling well either and that her eyes were "…

GLC03523.42.58

23 September 1865

Fuller, G.M., fl. 1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to brother

Is glad that Franklin is doing well and is "so nicely situated" as reported in his last letter. Thinks that it must be "pleasant in the extreme" for him now that the war is at an end. Writes about all those that have suffered and sacrificed and are now able to finally return home. Has kept track of his military career with great anxiety. Knows that he longs to return home to his woman as she has gifts only a woman can give to him. Thinks that he will better appreciate peaceful life after having been away at war for so long. Apologizes for not writing sooner. Writes about the money saved,…

GLC03523.42.59

8 July 1872

Loke, Laura G., fl. 1872

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her brother and sister

Writes that they are starting for Cleveland, Ohio today and had a good visit. Their father's appetite is not as good as it was at home. Mother thinks that he is doing good business canning fruit. Mother has not been feeling well during the trip but she is not sick. She thinks that Mother will get better when they can find some good water. She has found Willie Stark and he expects to get home in four weeks. Does not think that they will leave Cleveland until Monday. They think that they will rest once they get to Cleveland.

GLC03523.42.61

1861-1865

Hogeland, Sally W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her brother

Written at Granby. Starts the letter by stating that no important events have taken place since she last wrote and that the world is "jogging on about the same pace." They are all glad that he is well and they have heard rumors of another battle. She is pleased that he has enjoyed the photographs. She is worried that Cordelia will not recover as her health has been so poor for a while. She thinks that Cordelia's condition is incurable but Cordelia has asked for a doctor because it makes her feel safer. Thinks that Cordelia's condition is due to a tumor. Writes that both she and Cordelia have…

GLC03523.42.63

August 23, 1863

Fuller, Franklin W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary

Written at camp near Stephenson, Alabama. Thanks her for continuing to write to him while he is at war. Writes that Lieutenant Heuburt [?] returned but he has yet to see him. He has still not received some of her letters and is disappointed. He is sorry that she has so much to do and tells her not to worry about making pants for him. Hopes that Low has sent his boots. Captain Legne [?] has returned with 20 men from the regiment but none from the company. Writes about a few of the soldiers who came back with the captain that he knows. He has sent her father a paper from Nashville, Tennessee…

GLC03523.42.65

20 December 1860

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 amidst the secession of South Carolina. States that he infrequently visits the White House and has yet to see the East Room. He has received an invitation to visit Senator Simon Cameron, but has yet to reply. Complains of poor weather and asks Ellen to forgive him for such an "uninteresting letter."

GLC02016.001

29 April 1865

Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875

Manuscript letter signed

Title: [Pass for Eliza C. Skidmore and her agents]

Declares that Eliza C. Skidmore of Washington, D.C. has products of the "insurrectionary states" and has made arrangements to bring the products within Union military lines to sell them to agents authorized to purchase them on behalf of the United States. Orders that these products "be free from seizure detention or forfeiture," and that "officers of the Army and Navy and Civil Officers of the Government will observe this order." Requires these officers to provide Eliza C. Skidmore a means of transportation as well as "free and unmolested passage through the lines, and safe conduct within…

GLC02779.01

circa 29 April 1865

Skidmore, Eliza C., fl. 1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: [Pass for C.D. Wallace]

Writes, "C.D. Wallace is authorized to act as agent to use or transfer the above permit." Written on similar paper, and likely on the same day, as GLC02779.01. The permit referred to allows Skidmore to transfer products across military lines from the South to the North.

GLC02779.03

1 July 1862

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at the Camp of Michigan 2nd Infantry to his wife. He states that he is glad to hear from everyone at home and is happy that his sister Wink's marriage is going so well. Is happy to hear that his wife is staying with his mother while she is feeling ill. Writes that they are back at their old camp and will eventually leave for Washington, D.C. with the navy. Hopes not to be placed back at Washington, D.C. because he is "anxious" for battle which is the purpose he wants to serve. Writes that he eats just enough to stay alive and that on marches they are kept moving and have little time…

GLC03523.13.048

30 October 1862

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes that they crossed from Maryland into Virginia and are now camped between the Potomac River and Bull Run. States that their mission is to control the gaps of the Blue Ridge Mountains to prevent the rebels from advancing any further towards Washington, D.C. Reports that the main Union army is within nine miles of Winchester, Virginia. Thinks he could try to get a furlough but states it "will cost a great deal and be of little use." He would rather use that money to buy land for his wife Amanda and her baby instead of a few hours at home. Writes that he would have been promoted if he had…

GLC03523.13.063

14 November 1862

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry near Waterloo on the Rappahannock River to his wife. Writes that since her last letter they have marched a long way and are waiting for orders to move forward to Richmond, Virginia. Notes that General George McClellan has been replaced by General Ambrose Burnside. Hopes that General Burnside is better then General McClellan; if not the Union should give up the fight. Also notes that there has been little fighting with none killed and only a few wounded. Has received a letter from Mr. [Baldwin] which pleases him greatly as he considers Mr. [Baldwin…

GLC03523.13.065

1794

Manuscript document

Title: [Indenture between Henry Knox and Samuel Ogden]

Same as GLC02437.10316. Indenture in which Samuel Ogden will hold a certain amount of land in trust from Knox and his wife, Lucy Knox.

GLC02437.10317

1794

Manuscript document

Title: [Indenture between Henry Knox and Samuel Ogden]

Same as GLC02437.10316 and .10317. Indenture in which Samuel Ogden will hold a certain amount of land in trust from Knox and his wife, Lucy Knox.

GLC02437.10318

13 May 1862

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

He is sorry for not writing as he has not been well. He is also glad to hear that she and the baby are doing so well. Writes that the army will start for Richmond, Virginia tomorrow. Is glad to hear that Dr. Wells is doing so much better. Tells his wife about the death of Adjutant-General [Smith] who cried out for his wife with his last breath. Hopes that once he gets out of the army he will be out of debt so he can give her everything she wishes.

GLC03523.13.040

20 May 1862

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Written from New Kent Court House, Virginia. Writes to his wife that he knows she is worried about him, especially since he's been in battle [during General George McClellan's Peninsula Campaign]. Explains that he wrote to her the day after the battle and gave her "some particulars of the engagement." He is very tired from having to march with his heavy knapsack on his back. Thinks that they will be able to take Richmond, Virginia but notes that they have heard a great many rumors and are unsure what to believe. Writes that he will hopefully come home by the end of September and that it will…

GLC03523.13.041