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to Father

Informs his father that he has gotten the position of Assistant Clerk at the hospital, and his health is much improved as he only has a "touch" of dysentery. Writes that he hopes Martha, possibly his sister, feels better soon. Reports that "they had...

GLC03523.08.48

to Father

Reports that he has gained four pounds since he has been at the hospital, noting that "the night I left Uncle Jimmy's I weighed 120 pounds" and he now weighs 124. Asks for his father's opinion on General George McClellan's removal of the army from...

GLC03523.08.49

to Father and Mother

Informs his parents that "the doctor does not yet know of my absence...the clerk assistant ward Master and Watchman were the only one that knew of it." Speaks of the Thanksgiving dinner and decoration preparations. Written on stationery with "US Army...

GLC03523.08.50

to Father

Writes to his father about Baltimore being under Marshal Law. Tells him that no soldiers are allowed out without a pass from the Provost Marshal because there was a fight at The Melodian, possibly a bar, where two soldiers were shot. Written on...

GLC03523.08.51

to Sister

Describes his Thanksgiving meal, detailing all the foods eaten. Tells his sister that he has a new job as Assistant Commissary at the hospital. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.52

to Sister

Asks his sister to send him more shirts. Reports that the soldiers are still under Marshal Law and are not allowed out without a pass after 7:30 at night (unless they are on duty). Describes his work duties, which are mostly to help the nurses...

GLC03523.08.53

to Sister

Writes short letter to his sister, telling her that he is busy with his work duties. Tells her that the person delivering this letter to her is a friend of his, James McCleary. Asks that she give his friend dinner when he brings her the letter...

GLC03523.08.54

to Father

Relays that the bearer of this letter is a friend of his, Charles M. Blackman, who is also a patient at the hospital. Asks that his father show him around Philadelphia. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University...

GLC03523.08.55

to Sister

Thanks his sister for the neck tie that she sent him. Requests that she send him some New York Ledgers. Reports that the weather is "clear and cold." Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.56

to Sister

Reports to his sister that his friend, Charlie Blackman, who recently visited with her, paid her many compliments, such as, "their is nobody like you." Discusses her desire to have him "use my influence with Father and Mother to get you a piano."...

GLC03523.08.57

to Sister

Writes from the Headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia to his sister, mentioning that he has not heard from his friend Charlie Blackman for over six months. Comments, "the war will end 'sooner or later.' " Tells her that he has received his New York...

GLC03523.08.59

to Sister

Writes from the U.S. Army General Hospital to his sister, discussing news from home. Asks her to "use your influence with mother to send me 2 or 3 dollars by the return mail." Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University...

GLC03523.08.60

to Father

States to father, "George B. McClellan is the only man that can manage the Army of the Potomac. And I think their wont be much done with that Army till he gets command of it." Writes small note to sister at bottom of the letter, "Do you know I think...

GLC03523.08.61

to Sister

Writes to his sister giving her brief update on the weather and his correspondence with people from home. Tells her "you can live in hope for that Piano If you dont live in anything else." Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton...

GLC03523.08.62

to Sister

Tells his sister not to be worried about Ben, possibly their brother, losing his leg. Writes "he wont lose it. Let him be out as much as he will. I reckon the Surgeons their want something to practice on." Asks his sister to tell Ben that he was very...

GLC03523.08.63

to Sister

Reports that he is sick with a fever and chills. Apologizes for not sending a picture of himself, but explains that he has been sick. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.64

to Sister

Informs his sister that he is still sick with a fever. Asks that she "tell Ben for me to Do. Die or never as that is his only hope now." Instructs his sister to tell Ben, possibly their brother, to apply for a discharge soon. Written on stationery...

GLC03523.08.65

to Sister

Relays that he is sorry to hear that Ben, possibly their brother, is in poor health. Assures his sister that "he will come all right in course of time." Reports that there is "no news a stirring in this city now." Written on stationery with "US Army...

GLC03523.08.66

to Sister

Reports that he is in good health. Tells her that he has enclosed a couple of photographs in the letter, which are no longer with the letter. Writes, "I will send you Piano in it providing I can get an envelope large enough to hold it. As I have got...

GLC03523.08.67

to Sister

Tells his sister that he is sorry their father is sick, but is very pleased to hear that Ben, possibly their brother, is feeling better. Asks her what her thoughts are about the draft in Philadelphia. Reports that the Ninth Army Corps has been...

GLC03523.08.68

to Sister

Writes to his sister from the Army Hospital at Newton University, noting that he is glad that Ben, possibly their brother, is feeling better. Mentions using his influence to get his sister a piano, but requests a photo of a woman named Lizzie...

GLC03523.08.69

to Sister

Writes to his sister from the Army Hospital at Newton University. Tells her "I will say nothing about the Army as you know as much as I do about the moves. But [General Joseph] Hooker will not end the war." Reports that there was a "Negro Surgeon"...

GLC03523.08.70

to Sister

Reports to his sister, "your photograph came through safe and I am very much pleased with yours. But I know that if Lizzie is ugly she is not as ugly as that picture makes her out to be." Informs her that he was taken out of the Commissary department...

GLC03523.08.71

to Sister

Asks that his sister send another photograph of Lizzie, who is possibly a romantic prospect. Reports that the hospital only has 100 patients right now. Describes a recent parade put on by the Fire Department, noting that the mayor was there, as well...

GLC03523.08.72

to Father

Informs his father about the draft commencing in Baltimore on Monday, noting that the "Secessionist dont like it much." States that there have "been two Hospitals broken up in this city the last week or two," noting that his hospital now has 158...

GLC03523.08.73