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Autograph letter signed

to William Clegg

28 September 1859

Harrison, B., fl. 1859

Writes to include a waybill (not present), listing an itinerary for travel through the American South.

GLC03133.01

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Manuscript document

[Poem]

circa 1859-1907

Appears to be a short poem about mortal life and the immortal soul.

GLC03133.02

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Autograph letter signed

to unknown

30 November 1859

Campbell, Thomas, fl. 1859

Writes a letter of introduction or recommendation for William Clegg. Declares that for the past two years Clegg has been a boarder in his home, and praises his discipline, honor, and "unexceptionable" morals.

GLC03133.03

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Autograph letter signed

to unknown

December 1, 1859

Skinner, Thomas, fl. 1859

Writes a favorable letter recommending William Clegg, who he knows through business. States that Clegg is industrious and "worthy of all confidence." Envelope is addressed to Mr. Clegg.

GLC03133.04

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Autograph letter signed

to Robert Arrington

circa 6 December 1859

Harrison, Benjamin, 1833-1901

Introduces Arrington to William Clegg, speaking favorably of him. Suggests that Clegg may need introductions to railroad men Arrington may know.

GLC03133.05

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Autograph letter signed

to William Clegg

circa 28 September 1862

Carter, Kate, fl. 1862

The year appears to be written in a different hand. State is not given; possibly Delta, Louisiana. Writes that she is sending her servant with items for Clegg's patients, such as cordials and teas.

GLC03133.06

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Manuscript document signed

[Special order No. 9]

January 20, 1865

Cody, D. C., fl. 1865

Orders for Sergeant Claig [possibly Craig or William Clegg] to report to Major Rawle for duty. Commanded by Brigadier General Evans [likely Nathan G. Evans or Clement A. Evans]. Stamped, "TRANSPORTATION FURNISHED FROM RALEIGH, N.C..."

GLC03133.07

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Manuscript document signed

to William Clegg

1 March 1865

Rawley, Francis, fl. 1865

Instructions for Clegg to return to Captain [C M.?] Boyce. Stamped, "TRANSPORTATION FURNISHED FROM RALEIGH, N.C..."

GLC03133.08

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Manuscript document signed

[Miscellaneous writings by William Clegg]

circa 1900-1901

Clegg, William, fl. 1859-1907

Random thoughts and notes written by Clegg. Topics discussed include education, training of the will, and death, "The tolling of the bell".

GLC03133.09

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Diary

[Diary of William Clegg, I company, 2nd Infantry, Louisiana]

1861-1862

Clegg, William, fl. 1859-1907

Diary of a Confederate Sergeant in Louisiana 2nd Infantry (somewhat inaccurate; see 10 June 1861 entry) which includes detailed entries on the movement of his regiment, and skirmishes with Union forces. Includes a rough sketch of the Battle of...

GLC03133.11

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Manuscript

[Ledger]

1863-1865

Clegg, William, fl. 1859-1907

Leatherbound ledger which includes various types of lists, reports, and writings. Fragile.

GLC03133.12

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Photograph

[Confederate soldier William Clegg]

circa 1859-1907