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to Richard H. Jackson

He describes his Christmas and New Years in which he ate and drank alot. New Year's Day is also his birthday and his friends said "he would drink the Croton dry."

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to Richard H. Jackson

She apologizes for taking so long to write and teases him about his current activities. She says he must be flirting with all the girls.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that they have been marching for a while. He likes their current stop (Frederick City) because there are several large stores and good-looking girls.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that he actually likes the people he met in Maryland and Virginia. And he doesn't have time to get homesick. There are about 400 troops guarding 22,000 Rebel prisoners at Point Lookout.

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to Henry Jackson

He describes the Catskills where he is staying to his father and sailing up the Hudson.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is glad to hear that RIchard and Fred Snow are doing all right now. He asks Richard what he thinks of the Emancipation Proclamation.

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He said he called on Mrs. Hallers the other evening and had a nice time. He will leave Frederick City for Baltimore soon and thinks he will go to work there.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Asks Richard to write again but has nothing interesting to say to him.

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He spent a week at New Year's but did not have enough time to see any of the Miss Harrisons. However, he saw Mrs. Haller. Asks Richard if he needs a clerk, for he would be happy to oblige,

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He saw Mary Cranston and Emma last night and had a great time.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes about a battle in Georgia between Rosecrans and Bragg in which both armies were used up. General Thomas gets the credit on their side

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He says he is tired of working for someone or some people and would like to just work for himself.. Kid recently wrote him saying he is sick of the South.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He requests his knapsack.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that he never knew so many girls in his life. Lately he has been answering to the name A. Stone, with the Maxwell left off and he is introduced this way to girls that have never met him. They then say he looks a lot like Maxwell.

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He writes that he has no confidence in the leaders but he has a lot of confidence in the soldiers. He says the boys are all fine and they are great card players.

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to Richard H. Jackson

While he is sorry that Richard will be leaving he is glad that he has decided to go to school. He hopes he will see Richard before he leaves.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes about how people's tastes vary greatly especially when it comes to pens. Then he goes on to say that he is glad Richard is leaving the South before summer sets in because there are better business opportunities in the North.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that he has been promoted to sales clerk. Mr. Dernshaw has left and gone with Capt. Wheaton. An expedition of 10,000 troops has gone to Florida as well and Jacksonville was captured.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He thanks him for the errand to his family and says he misses him now, for the cabin is cheerless and business irksome. He then fills him in on his daily activities.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He met an old acuaintance at Beaufort and they went back to her place and enjoyed some "horozontal refreshment." He also informs him that Mr. Sinclair has gone on the expedition with Gen. Gillman.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that he answered an ad form a lady asking to hear from soldiers. He wrote in and she calls him her "Darling Soldier Boy," and they have promised to exchange photographs. He warns Richard not to tell Miss Annie. Also tells the story of how...

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to Richard H. Jackson

There was a defeat in Florida and Mr. Dernshaw has since returned North, leaving Captain Wheaton. On Monday the Union Theatre opened and was a great success.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is hoping to get a furlough. In other news he dreamt about Richard and saw the two of them having a great time in New York. He is currently with a splendid officer. The quarters he has built are excellent.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He informs Richard of the death of Capt. Flemming.
Written at Fort Buffalo

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to Richard H. Jackson

He asks Richard if he knows of a good clerk since there is too much work at present.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He thanks Richard for the knife he requested. He saw Mattie last night and had a great time. Asks Richard if he can get a copy of "Fanny Hill."

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to Richard H. Jackson

He mentions again that that his clerical force is getting very low and he really needs someone.

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to Assistant Quartermaster (Richard H. Jackson)

He requests transportation from New York to Hilton Head, SC for an employee in the Ord. Depot.

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Richard H. Jackson's copy of the New Testament

In the back it says he carried this in his pocket during the war. It also says it was given to him by an intimate friend, Miss Mary D. Armstrong.

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to My Dear Mother

He writes that so far the life of a soldier has been peaceful because the hard fighting they expected did not occur. He is in the Salem Mechanic Light Infantry. The city of Washington was the dirtiest place he ever saw.

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to Jule

He wandered into the hospital and found one of his lieutenants dying. Before he died he confessed to having been led into joining in doing him a great wrong.

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to Capt. Majaw

He writes that the Resolute has returned from Alexandria and wishes the Capt. a Merry Christmas.

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to Unknown

Mentions John Ballard. Letter is almost illegible but he also mentions a Colonel that was arrested.

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to Sir

He tells of his journey onboard the Ohio toward Fortress Monroe. he describes the ship and coming in harbors in New York, Rhode Island, and Deleware.

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to Mr. Baker

He describes his journey since they left Philadelphia. The commander of the boat is a man named John L. Davis, "who fears nothing but his maker." He mentions that he is sick of the war and currently they have been waiting for the Massachusetts to...

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to Mr. Thurman

He does not like their Captain. He describes Captain Parks as cowardly. All the men dislike him. Credit should be given where it's due he says and lists several officers he approves of.

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to William Gifford

Charles thanks William for the package he sent of various food stuffs. He then describes his daily activities as a soldier. There was a chance for a fight but the Rebels have not shown themselves.

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to Sister

Albert has been very busy and this has delayed writing to his sister.They've been working hard loading horse teams. But things are easier now. He describes his meals.

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to Madam

A thank you letter from Union Volunteer Refreshment Committee for the fair that was held at the saloon.

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to Mr. Thurman

Since last he wrote the battle of the 27th of August was very severe. They did not have a staff officer to lead them but were able to take 3 pieces of artillery. He was recently promoted to corporal.

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to Mr. Baker

In Baton Rouge, he was to take charge of the guns in defence. His wife arrived in New Orleans, only to lose all her luggage and escape with one dress. Later they went to Pattersonville where the fighting was severe. They mangaed to get some artillery...

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Captain Geo. Hawwoord

He informs him his company will be carried down on the steamer and he will confer with the captain of the "Shawsheeu" and he will land on the North side of Broad Creek. The purpose to capture some of the Whitefords men who are reportedly prowling...

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to My Dear Sister

He writes that he was remarkably fortunate to have gotten the position he did with his regiment. He goes on to desribe the battle of Bull Run. The real horrors of war were realized. They lost 5 men and 15 were wounded. Written at Fort Monroe

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to Father

He recently heard that General Berry was killed.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe compares his recent Sunday to a Sunday at home. He writes that the boys went to see "Barber in Seville," He also says he is glad that Sylvia liked the perfume he sent.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that it will be a busy week as the company is having another party, among other things. He thinks Sylvia's father should stay in Florida for the rest of the winter.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Spring is in the air. He watched the French people dressed up for Mardi Gras, and saw a Bob Hope movie.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that there has been very good weather lately. He visited the Municipal Library and went to a revue. He tells Sylvia not to worry about a house "wifely" existence any time soon.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe apologizes for forgetting to mention Valentine's Day. Today, however is the day of the company party. The weather has turned and it is now much colder.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to see "Song of Bernadette," which he liked very much. He attended the company party and met some ladies who have a friend in Brooklyn. He asks Sylvia to investigate this friend.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes a show he went to called "Chauson D' Amour."

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that the winter is practically over. He also tells Sylvia to stop worrying about what her boss thinks of her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe was able to see two shows this week. He also played ping pong with Jack at the Red Cross, and requests Sylvia send him a zippo lighter.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe complains about the soldiers that complain about everything even though they haven't even been overseas that long. He also mentions that he had to listen to a reading of the Articles of War.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received Sylvia's package of chocolate and stationary. He also reports that one morning they actually had fresh eggs at breakfast and Marty ate six of them.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes a cathedral he visited and compares the attitude the English have toward their own history versus the French attitude towards history. He also mentions that he received a package from his mother.

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to my dear wife

He instructs her to direct her letters to Washington. He tells her to dress warmly. He says he would give anything to see his darling.

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to my dear wife

He thinks he will be at home in June sometime. Unfortunately they will not get paid until they are discharged. He plans to get a piece of land and build his own house when he returns.

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to my dear wife

He describes Washington as a handsome city, but not as nice as Richmond. He apologizes for not having written lately. He assures her he has remained true to her since he has been there and always will be.

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to my dear wife

He has been paid well lately and he can eat what he wants. He thought he loved her as much as possible when he went away, but now he realizes that being apart has caused him to love her more.

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to my dear wife

He is very homesick these days but doen't think it will be much longer. He expects to stay in their current location until they are discharged. He has a breakfast of fried ham and potatoes.

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to Unknown

He briefly describes Kentucky, noting the crops and the scenery.

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to Unknown

If his brothers are drafted, he advises them to go to the army of the Cumberland or Tennessee as they will have an easier time there. He does not want them in the same regiment that he is in because he will be unable to help them.

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to Mrs. James Scarborough

no date.

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to Mr. James Scarborough

no year.

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to Mr. James Scarborough

no year.

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to Mr. James Scarborough

no date.

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to Mr. James Scarborough

date cannot be read

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to Mr. James Scarborough

date cannot be read

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to Mr. James Scarborough

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to Mr. James Scarborough

no date.

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to my dear wife

He lets his wife know he has been examined and passed and will receive his bounty next Friday at which time he will send it to her.

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to my dear wife

He had his picture taken but it didn't come out very well. He will try to get a furlough after he gets to Augusta and he will send more money home.

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to my dear wife

He is now in Augusta, but does not think he can get a furlough now. He discusses the money he will send.

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to my dear wife

He hopes he was not late in sending her money. He thinks of her when he goes to bed and when he wakes up. He wants her to get a photo taken.

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to my dear wife

He sent her 100 dollars. He describes Gallops Island as a very "pretty place."

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to my dear wife

He is lonely and has not heard from his wife in a while and hopes she is well. He hopes the time apart will soon pass.

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to my dear wife

He still has not received any mail from her. He describes the movement of ships. Once again he tells her to write as often as she can.

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to my dear wife

He says he thinks of her all the time. He is very lonely, he says again and tells her to write as often as she can.

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to my dear wife

He misses her as usual. He repeats his lonliness and wants her to write. He has been washing all the afternoon and has rubbed the skin off his fingers.

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to my dear wife

He answers in response to her suspicions that he may be straying. He says he would never do such a thing to his darling. He says he is a temperate man and has hardly drunk anything since being in the army. He suggests that she visit him.

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to my dear wife

He worries that she may not receive the last money he sent. He expects to leave the island soon. Their transport arrived with Rebel prisoners.

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to my dear wife

He warns her there may be some hard times. He mentioned previously that they would leave today but they are low on money.

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to my dear wife

He has had a lovely Christmas and spent most of it asleep. He wants her to send a picture of herself. Once again, he tells her to have more confidence in him, for he has only spoken to one woman since he left. He says "I know I am a wicked man, but I...

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to my dear wife

He is sad because he has not received any mail from her.

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to my dear wife

He is going to have his picture taken, though it may be expensive. Everything on the island costs three times as much. He sent her more money express. He may sell his watch.

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to my dear wife

He is on his way to Virginia. Iti is raining hard outside the tent while he writes. He describes the country as fine. There is one company from New York with them. He wishes she could be with them. Written at City Point- now named Hopewell

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to my dear wife

The country is fine but he would enjoy it more if she were with him.. Grant's army is about 7 miles away. He mentions the next time he will send money.

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to my dear wife

He is sick with a bad cold and cough. In other news they have not got their rifles yet. There will probably not be any fighting for some time. He asks her to send 4 stockings.

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to my dear wife

There is talk of settling up at their present location. Where they are now was the site of a battleground last Spring. Tomorrow there is an inspection so everything has to be very clean.

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to my dear wife

He received her picture. They have been in their present location without rifles and nothing to do for quite a while. He tells her to take good care of his babies.

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to my dear wife

He tells the horrific story of having witnessed a prisoner's hanging.

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to my dear wife

There is a battle going on now. He says if she could only see the women she accuses him of consorting with. They are all ugly and he wouldn't want to hug them.

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to my dear wife

He expects the heaviest fighting to be done in the Spring, but he is not afraid. He describes a friend of his in the company. He asks her to send him a hat.

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to my dear wife

It is snowing. They are told they must protect City Point now as the Rebels are fighting to the front. All night long, the wagons have come through with the sick and wounded. He complains about his mother whom he says abused him as a child.

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to my dear wife

He mentions a man who enlisted three different times under three different names. He speaks of having seen hard times and harder sights yet, but his heart remains steadfast in his love for her,

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to my dear wife

He requests mittens and asks her to write more often.

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to my dear wife

He wants her to write more. He talks of searching for beans for breakfast but coming up empty-handed. He draws a picture full of dots and says it represents kisses for her and the baby.

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to my dear wife

Some of the company has been sick but they have fattened up since they arrived 2 years sgo. He has gone through a lot of pens because of his letter writing and had to nuy more ink,

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to my dear wife

He does not think the Rebels will be able to fight much longer. He suspects the war will be settled in the summer.

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