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receipt for the cost of one horse

For $150.

GLC02744.217

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

He heard that she was not satisfied with his last letter. writes that while he sufferred he made little complaint. He regrets that he was not with him at the moment of death as he had stepped out to get supper not realizing the end was so near.

GLC02744.219

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

Trying to explain the high cost of shipping the body home. acting as a kind of middleman. But thinks he ought to be treated better. thinks it is unfair to expect him to pay the bill.

GLC02744.220

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

He writes the body was not properly preserved so a fee is not required in that instance. But says she will certainly pay for the coffin and asks for her to send the money.

GLC02744.222

to Thomas W. Thayer

3 letters- tells Louise not be anxious about William...

GLC02744.224

to Thomas F. Burpee

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General Orders, No. 232

He details the organization of a regiment of infantry made up of volunteers.

GLC02744.233

General Orders, No. 227

How to prevent disloyalty and anarchy. encourage enlistment and discipline.

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General Orders No. 283

volunteers are no longer needed.since the president declined their services they are hereby discharged.

GLC02744.236

to Thomas F. Burpee

If there is an emergency, they will take his offer of service to the governor. They cannot give him any new muskets at this time.

GLC02744.237

Company Orders 1852, Fifth Regiment, First Brigade

He must give legal warning to members of company who are scheduled to appear on parade at Union Hall in Rockville, May 28th, 1852.

GLC02744.238

to Thomas F. Burpee

Paymaster requires complete list of volunteers that were under Thomas Burpee and the number of days they worked.

GLC02744.239

to Thomas F. Burpee

Since there is no field officer in the state militia he is required to make his report directly to him.

GLC02744.241

General Orders, No. 26

The commander-in-chief extends his thanks to the Governor's guards and volunteer militia.

GLC02744.243

Bill for Michael Parker

Parker agrees to pay bill from town bounty

GLC02744.244

to Thomas F. Burpee

J.D Williams thanks him for the receipt of his and Major Crosby's report.

GLC02744.247

By Order of the Adjutant-General's Office

He orders Thomas Burpee to bring an alphabetized list of the members of his company.

GLC02744.256

Paymaster's certificate

To William Fitch: certifies that 10 dollars will be given to soldiers to organize the volunteer militia.

GLC02744.257

partial letter or diary entry

He talks of a Jack that will distinguish himself through a Brooklyn company.

GLC02744.259

1 ribbon

Blue and black.

GLC02744.261

1 print

Features two shaking hands beneath the constitution. Includes qoute by Andrew Jackson

GLC02744.262

1 print

General Sigel

GLC02744.264

to Brother and Sister

He writes that they are all well. He writes of a wedding she attended with Edwin in Springfield. Closes with a poem.

GLC02744.267

to unknown

Letter of recommendation for Thomas F. Burpee. Describes him as an honest, upright and trustworthy man.

GLC02744.270

to Adaline Burpee

He has spent a very lonely week without her. He wishes he had known her sooner. knows that she has left friends for him. sees the past as a series of mistakes and accidents up until he met her. sometimes feels as though he does not cherish her enough...

GLC02744.271

Gives Thomas permission to leave the hospital until 9pm

From the Seminary Hospita;. The assistant surgeon grants permission.

GLC02744.277

A Book of Records

Includes marriages, births, and deaths.

GLC02744.278

"Squarepond"

A speech of some kind for an association, mentions desired chracter traits.

GLC02744.279

Tempest in a Pea Pod

Printed. Talked of a rich man that makes promises to a poor villiage.

GLC02744.280

Lines Suggested by the Death of Cousin Angeline Harwood

Refers to Adaline's twin sister

GLC02744.286

to Thomas F. Burpee

He is glad he is in an area of relative safety. He reports a recent visit with Mrs. Burpee. He worries about his spiritual growth.

GLC02744.287

to Brother and Sister

He writes that her foot has improved. Talks about dealing with the loss of friends.

GLC02744.288

In Memoriam

Note at top indicates it was most likely written for William Goodell, killed at Gettysburg.

GLC02744.289

to Sister

Offers condolences on the death of her daughter.

GLC02744.291

untitled

He mentions's father's condition and Lucien's eye problems. Could be part of a letter.

GLC02744.295

scratch paper with scribbles

By one of Burpee's sons

GLC02744.298

scratch paper with scribbles

By one of Burpee's sons.

GLC02744.301

to Thomas F. Burpee (Father)

By his son, writing about the lack of snow and his school subjects.

GLC02744.302

to Charlie

He tells him to write another charge on the rebels and to be a good boy every day.

GLC02744.305

to Charlie

He writes that he received his letter and tells him to write again soon.

GLC02744.311

to Lucien

Appreciates the letters he sends. He will answer them when he has time. tells him to be good.

GLC02744.315

to Charley

Glad they went to visit their aunts. He heard that the hotel they stayed in burned up a few days after they left.

GLC02744.317

to Charley

Sends kisses

GLC02744.318

to Charlie

He tells him to be a good boy and fight the rebels hard.

GLC02744.323

to Lucien

He tells him to be a good boy and love his mother

GLC02744.324

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

In pencil, Children's 1863-4, is written at the top.

GLC02744.326

The Fourteenth at Gettysburg

Portion of the speech deliverred by Chaplain Henry S. Stevens at the unveiling of the monument of Connecticut's honored regiment at Gettysburg July 3rd, 1884.

GLC02744.327

Highly Important from Richmond
From General Burnside's Army
Operations of the Steamer Currituck
Interesting from North Carolina

Four articles about the current war news including troop movements

GLC02744.329

The Rockville Leader-front page

Features article on New Year's message, the "Canning" of Rock Mill Canal, announcements, advertisements and obituary.

GLC02744.332

1 envelope

With the words " Christmas Eve Picture" typed on it

GLC02744.335

to Mrs Thomas F. Burpee (excerpt of original)

He sends a picture from Harper's Weekly of a soldier separated from his family. Requests pictures of the boys.

GLC02744.336

to Brother and Sister

Letter describing their home and daily life. He writes everyone is good and growing fat.

GLC02744.337

torn note

About a leave of absence.

GLC02744.341

to his sister

Seems to have been written during the build up for the Peninsula Campaign. Left New York on Monday last and arrived on Wendesday in Hampton Roads. Says there are many war vessels in the harbor as an expedition is ready to go up the river to Yorktown...

GLC02829.17

to Mother

They turned a hotel into a hospital. He has a terrible toothache and will get it pulled soon. They've caught a lot of chickens and turkeys.

GLC02831.03

to Mother

They got paid but someone stole his money right out from under his head where he slept on it. They are now camped on a prairie between the Sioux and Mississippi rivers. Written at Camp Cook

GLC02831.04

to Mother

He was happy to hear from his brother, Uriah. He gives her a breakdown of his daily routine and says he likes soldiering as long as it is in pleasant weather.Written at Camp Cook

GLC02831.05

to Mother

He sent her money but does not think she will need it now since she just got married. He applied for a furlough. They are now in the Dakota Territory.

GLC02831.07

to Mother

The big topic is reenlisting. He thinks he will do it because it would only be one more year for 402 dollars. He is sick of Indian territory and would rather go south.

GLC02831.11

to Mother

He is well except for a bad cold. It is very cold in the house. He wonders why he does not get Leslie's Illustrated papers anymore.

GLC02831.14

to Mother

They moved again and are about 50 miles above Yankton. There is not much to do there. He is sending her some money.

GLC02831.15

to Mother

He is very well and getting very fat. He got all the things she sent via Judd Sanborn. He talks about the money they're allowed for clothing.

GLC02831.18

to Mother

He notes she must be lonely now that Jane has left. He sends out so many letters that he is completely out of stamps. The papers have been coming regularly.

GLC02831.24

to Mother

He mistakenly received a letter meant for his Aunt Betty. He is glad she received the money he sent even if a letter he wrote got lost in the mail.

GLC02831.27

to Mother

He got a letter from Ed who had the small pox and neuralgia. He thinks Gustus Fredding should send his money to his stepmother so that she can buy land for him.

GLC02831.28

to Mother

His mother doesn't want him to correspond with a particular girl but he is thinking to write her a letter just for spite.

GLC02831.29

to Sister Hattie

He asks about Ed. They are having great weather.

GLC02831.31

to Mother

They are back at Tacketts Station but not for long. They are under marching orders. They have not seen any Indians around but they will soon enough.

GLC02831.34

to Mother

He had to go on a 45 mile horse back ride recently but as a veteran he was used to it. Includes separate note to Hattie complimenting her on her math skills and handwriting.

GLC02831.48

to Mother

He thinks he will be in Crow Creek for about 2 months before he might be able to start home. He says to give his love to everyone.

GLC02831.51

William H. Alden

Portrait of William H. Alden in a suit. He has a goatee and mustache.

GLC02831.53

to Mary Mayberry

Writing to tell her he is alright, even though it is not his turn. Says he is about 10 miles from Washington, North Carolina under batteries which have caused them a great deal of trouble for the past 3-4 weeks. It was the cause of them not going to...

GLC02829.08

to his sister

Written directly after the engagement with the "Alabama." Says one week ago while in Flushing, Holland, Captain Winslow received information of the arrival of the CSS "Alabama" at Cherbourg. Says they left immediately and remained sitting outside...

GLC02828.17

to Mary Mayberry

Written by Allen aboard the USS "Delaware." Says he has written to "all hands" and has not received any response. Says he will not write again if he does not get a response from her. Reports that "We had an engagement on a small scale which gave us...

GLC02829.05

to Mother

Everybody wants a furlough. 4 were granted one, then three more wanted one and left without saying anything. 2 were caught before they had gone fifteen miles.

GLC02831.02

to Mother

They got 2 months pay. They are only a couple miles from the Indian reservation. He expects to be in Toledo in six months. He needs more news about the war. They are kept in the dark and he doesn't even know if Vicksburg has surrendered.

GLC02831.06

to Mother

He does not like how the officers have them attack the Indians at night since that is their best hold. It gives the Indians a chance to get away from them. They do not know how many Indians they killed since the Indians dragged off their dead...

GLC02831.09

to Mother

He suggests she give things to Brad Ladow who is on furlough to give to him. There is a lot of sickness around Toledo. He has gotten taller since she saw him last.

GLC02831.17

to Mother

The weather is wonderful. He complains about his old horse and says he is a poor boy. He imagines he will make his fortune one day.

GLC02831.26

to Mother

They are now at Fort Rice and may stay there 10 days. He was not suprised to hear of Luisa's death. Written at Fort Rice

GLC02831.39

to Mother

They finally moved into winter quarters. Getting there was an ordeal and they all got sore. Fred died and they buried him with military honors.

GLC02831.43

to Mother

Everyone is getting sick and he is sitting up with one of the boys tonight. He thinks there will be an expedition against the Indians in the summer.He mentions Hattie and Norton.

GLC02831.44

to Mother

The weather has been lousy. He asks her to subscribe to a good illustrated paper and send it to him.

GLC02831.08

to Mother

There was a terrible storm and a lot of their stock died. One man's tent blew away and he nearly froze to death. They came upon 700 Indians but did not attack. Instead they waited for reinforcements.

GLC02831.10

to Mother

He gives her permission to use all the money he sends for Hattie's education.He hopes the war will end before he reenlists. Reading letters puts him in a good mood.

GLC02831.32

to Mother

They saw a few Indians which quickly dispersed. They rode and rode but they couldn't find any more Indians though they saw signs. Everything is beginning to look green again.

GLC02831.33

to Mother

He is back in Yankton. There are about a dozen white men and 400 Indians there. Not much is happening. They will be marching in a few days.

GLC02831.35

to Mother

He is busy rounding up some loose horses that got away. General supply went up day before yesterday. He is very healthy.

GLC02831.37

to Mother

Some of their horses died so they had to come 350 miles on foot. He spent his Christmas like any other day except he took a ride on his horse and had an oyster dinner.

GLC02831.45

to Will Allen

Writes to his brother Will. Says he got a letter from their other brother George, which says he is well. Is glad that Will is getting along so well "in the Lodge" -- the Masonic Lodge. Says there are many Masons; on the Potomac Flotilla with him and...

GLC02829.16

to Mother

He describes his journey from the Cedar Rapids all the way down to Davenport. From the houses they stayed in to the boats they took. He likes camp life.

GLC02831.01

to Mother

He asks Louisa ro write to him because he wishes to have more correspondents. They have to haul their own hay and water. A mutual acquaintance started home and he expects him to see his mother while he is there.

GLC02831.16

to Mother

He is getting very tall. He has also been growing homesick. There was a snowstorm.

GLC02831.19

to Mother

He thinks his mother should keep N. at school because it's better for him to have a good education than to work. A furlough is completely out of the question right now.

GLC02831.20

to Mother

He has been enjoying the papers he receives. He is trying to grow a mustache and beard. He plans to send her a gold pen for which the holder is broken.

GLC02831.25

to Mother

He complains about the mail and wishes it would run more regularly. He mentions Norton and Museatine.

GLC02831.30

to Mother

Tommorow they will march again. His mother thinks a certain lady is too old for him but he says now that he is taller it should be okay.

GLC02831.36

to Mother

He is sick and tired of everything. He doesn't even care where he is as long he has enough to eat. It has been really hot.

GLC02831.38

to Mother

There is an emigrant train 200 miles west of where they are that is surrounded by Indians. They have sent in for reinforcements. Drake is wounded. They have had two fights with the Indians so far. Written at Fort Rice.

GLC02831.40

to Mother

Drake died. The emigrant train was surrounded for 2 weeks and they sent out 1,000 men and 200 cavalry as reinforcements. 45 men escorted the emigrants through the Indian country. Written at Fort Rice

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