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to Father
August 26, 1861
Pearce, Eben, fl. 1861-1885
In his letter, he declares that his regiment moved from Cincinnati, Ohio to St. Louis, Missouri. He reports failure to get chaplaincy.
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March 24, 1862
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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October 7, 1862
He discusses the Second Battle of Corinth.
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to Parents
May 1,1863
He discusses boredom in camp, as well as the nurses' duties.
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to Father and Mother
May 15, 1863
In his letter to his parents, he discusses his move to Memphis. Printed on the letterhead of the 39th Ohio Volunteers.
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June 7, 1863
He discusses the anniversary of the Battle of Memphis, and describes administering oaths. Newspaper clipping enclosed.
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February 22, 1864
He reports that he is still giving oaths of allegiance.
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May 2, 1864
He writes from the Provost Marshal's Office in Memphis, Tennessee. He discusses his plans for after the war, and also describes how one oath-taker was hanged for treason.
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May 10, 1864
Written from the Provost Marshal's office in Memphis, Tennessee. He discusses his plans for after the war, including his desire to go into the ministry.
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May 11, 1864
Pearce, Charles, fl. 1863-1869
Charles Pearce describes the capture of the 77th Regiment.
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May 20, 1864
Written from the Provost Marshal's office in Memphis, Tennessee. He mentions that there is little work to be done at his office and discusses his plans for the future.
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July 11, 1864
Eben Pearce writes from Burnett House, in Cincinnati, Ohio, discussing his move to Cincinnati.
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to Father & Mother
January 21, 1866
In his letter, he discusses revival meetings.
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February 21, 1866
In his letter, he discusses finances.
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to Lena
February 3, 1869
He writes to his sister, Selina, about travelling and preaching with their Father.
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May 17, 1869
Eben Pearce writes about his congregation. Letter is written in pencil.
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June 4, 1861
Pearce, Edgar, fl. 1861-1864
In his letter, he discusses crops.
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June 2, 1861
In his letter, he discusses the arrival of more troops and spies. He reports that there is martial law in Parkersburgh. Possibly written from Marietta, Ohio.
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March 27, 1862
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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April 3, 1862
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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to "Folks at Home"
April 10, 1862
Edgar Pearce describes the Confederate attack at Shiloh as the "biggest fight of the new world." He writes from "Our Old Camp."
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May 3, 1862
Edgar Pearce writes this letter from camp, 8 miles from Corinth, and describes the march to Corinth.
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May 16, 1862
Edgar Pearce writes this letter from "Camp no. 6." He declares that men are falling dead during the march to Corinth from heat and lack of water.
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October 24, 1862
Edgar Pearce discusses issuing transportation passes in his letter.
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February 10, 1863
Edgar Pearce discusses his father going into business. He also mentions a smallpox epidemic.
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February 11, 1863
In the letter, he encloses the Army's acceptance of resignation as well as his back-salary.
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March 24, 1863
Edgar Pearce discusses rumors of his Father's drinking.
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May 24, 1863
Edgar Pearce advises his father, William, not to join the military again due to his health and the pay. He mentions that his regiment is growing.
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August 21, 1863
Edgar Pearce discusses returning to active duty.
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Written on stationery of the Provost Marshal General. Edgar Pearce discusses marching and battles.
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June 24, 1864
Edgar Pearce writes about marching and his hope to leave the army. Page 4 includes cross-written additions.
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to William Pearce
January 28, 1861
Carnahan, D.F., fl. 1861
Writes to Reverend Pearce of Hillsboro, Ohio to notify him of his appointment.
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March 28, 1861
Writes to Reverend Pearce of Hillsboro, Ohio about his reporting schedule.
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October 7, 1861
Major Carnahan writes to Reverend Pearce about his failed appointment. He includes a post-script about Pearce's military status in his regiment.
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to Priscilla
April 25, 1861
Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869
William Pearce discusses joining a volunteer regiment and marching.
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to William
May 23, 1861
Pearce, Priscilla, fl. 1861-1868
Priscilla Pearce discusses crops in her letter to William Pearce.
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August 2, 1861
William Pearce discusses getting appointed as Chaplain in his letter to Priscilla.
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to Fred
William Pearce discusses getting a recommendation for a chaplain commission. Originally part of GLC00066.091, and stored with that document. Possibly addressed to Frederic Pearce.
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August 27, 1861
Priscilla Pearce writes about William not getting a chaplain appointment.
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September 9, 1861
The letter discusses money order.
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to D.F. Carnahan
William Pearce thanks Carnahan for his support in the chaplaincy nomination. This is a response written on the back of Carnahan's note.
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June 20, 1862
William Pearce discusses his travels south. He reports that the Grand Junction was destroyed by Confederates.
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July 4, 1862
William Pearce mentions marching south and seeing enslaved people. He describes seeing the Corinth battlefield.
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July 7, 1862
Hildebrand, J., fl. 1862
Colonel Hildebrand writes about Pearce's appointment to Quarter Master Sergeant.
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July 15, 1862
Priscilla Pearce discusses church finances in her letter to William.
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July 24, 1862
William Pearce writes about oaths of allegiance in Memphis. He explains that non-jurors would be forced out without their possessions. He also mentions a storm blowing down soldiers' tents.
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August 7, 1862
In his letter, William Pearce discusses a federal law to reduce servants' salaries.
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August 10, 1862
William Pearce comments on being paid and spending instructions.
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August 18, 1862- August 20, 1862
Priscilla Pearce mentions church finances and William's salary reduction.
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August 20, 1862
William Pearce bitterly relates that he attempted to resign due to illness, but the resignation was not accepted.
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August 24, 1862
William Pearce reports that his resignation has still not been accepted. He mentions that the regiment will be moving to Alton, Illinois.
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to Frederic
August 28, 1862
William Pearce reports that his resignation was still not accepted. He also discusses finances. The letter was written in pencil.
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September 11, 1862
William Pearce advises his family to leave Marietta, because he is fearful of a Confederate attack on that city.
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September 19, 1862
In her letter to William, Priscilla Pearce writes that she does not see the need to leave Marietta. She also discusses finances.
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Burris, fl. 1863
Adjutant Burris apologizes for spreading rumors of Pearce's drinking.
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Copy of Burris' letter (GLC02437.00066.110) apparently in Edgar Pearce's hand.
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August 14, 1863
Bailey, Silas, fl. 1863
Bailey Silas discusses church matters in his letter to William Pearce.
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to Selina
May 7, 1864
William Pearce writes to Selina, who was away in Granville at school. He discusses family news.
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to Aunt Priscilla
May 16, 1868
Davis, William, fl. 1868
In his letter, Davis William mentions William Pearce's upcoming trip to England.
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March 15, 1863
Charles Pearce writes about politics and party division in his letter to his father.
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February 27, 1864
Charles Pearce mentions that he is trying to get a discharge due to illness. He also discusses a furlough.
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June 8, 1864
Charles Pearce in his letter, comments on his illness.
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June 17, 1864
In his letter to his father, Charles Pearce mentions Thirza's engagement.
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July 2, 1864
In his letter to his father, Charles Pearce discusses Thirza's engagement and his fear of a rebel attack.
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September 11, 1866
In a letter to his father, Charles Pearce writes about the farm.
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April 5, 1868
In a letter to his father, Charles Pearce discusses the farm. Letter has some later-day pencil underscoring and marginal notes.
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April 10, 1869
In his letter to his father, Charles Pearce discusses the farm and local churches.
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April 29, 1861
Pearce, Frederic, fl. 1861-1868
Frederic Pearce writes to his father in Hillsboro, Ohio, about troops arriving in Marietta.
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May 27, 1861
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May 6, 1861
Frederic Pearce writes to his father in Hillsboro, Ohio, about troops arriving in Marietta. He adds that the artillery is moving camp from Fair Grounds to Haimer Hill.
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to his father
May 13, 1861
Frederic Pearce writes to his father in Hillsboro, Ohio. He believes that the rebellion will soon be "crushed."
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May 20, 1861
In his letter to his father, Frederic Pearce discusses financial matters.
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June 3, 1861
In his letter to his father, Frederic Pearce discusses a conflict on Muster Day between Union and Confederate supporters in St. Mary's, Virginia.
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June 10, 1861
In his letter to his father, Frederic Pearce discusses crops.
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June 18, 1861
Frederic Pearce mentions that Marietta was made into an army depot, and more troops are arriving. He also discusses the formation of a volunteer night police force.
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July 1, 1861
In his letter to his father, Frederic Pearce discusses a comet. The letter is written on blue paper.
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July 23, 1861
In his letter to his father, Frederic Pearce discusses the defeat at Memphis. The letter is written on blue paper.
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August 15, 1861
In the letter, Frederic Pearce mentions his difficulties in getting a recommendation for William, his father. The letter is written on blue paper.
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August 23, 1861
In his letter, Frederic Pearce mentions the birth of twins to "Harriet." The letter is written on blue paper.
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August 29, 1861
In his letter, Frederic Pearce discusses horses arriving at the depot. The letter is written on blue paper.
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September 3, 1861
In his letter, Frederic Pearce writes that the 36th Ohio Regiment will be getting a new Colonel, [George] Crook. The letter is written on blue paper.
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October 2, 1861
Frederic Pearce writes to his father that Carnahan is starting a regiment.
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October 11, 1861
Frederic Pearce writes to inform his father, William Pearce, of General Hildebrand's opinion on giving his father a chaplaincy. Frederic reports that Hildebrand said that William could have a chaplaincy if he raised a regiment of 80 men. Frederic...
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July 17, 1862
In the letter, Frederic Pearce says Morgan captured a Federal regiment while in Tennessee and Kentucky. He mentions a demonstration by Morgan and band. The letter is written on blue paper.
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July 26, 1862
In the letter, Frederic Pearce discusses church finances. The letter is written on blue paper.
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August 21, 1862
Frederic Pearce writes that he was exempted from the draft due to poor eyesight. He discusses church finances and describes ruins at Harper's Ferry. The letter is written on blue paper. Page 4 is cross-written.
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July 9, 1868
Frederic Pearce writes about family news, including Eben's graduation.
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May 12, 1861
Pearce, Thirza, fl. 1861-1869
Thirza Pearce writes about her position as a schoolteacher. She also refers to the death of someone called McBride.
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to Papasy
23 May 1861
Pearce, Selina, fl. 1861-1869
The letter is written most likely to her father, who she calls "Papasy." She discusses the arrival of soldiers, as well as crops. The letter is signed "Your aff daughter."
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to Papa
September 27, 1861
Thirza Pearce writes about her visits with her nieces and nephews (her father's grandchildren), and provides humorous anecdotes about her nephew Wallie, "the most mischievous grandson you've got."
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August 3, 1862
Thirza Pearce discusses the beginning of the state draft. She reports that with the draft beginning, they are still finding volunteers. She also expects not to attend college in the next year.
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October 19, 1869
The letter discusses teaching. The letter is written from "Shiloh," but no state name is given.
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