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to Mother and Sisy

She sends gifts to her mother and her daughter. Her husband appears stronger but does not eat much and complains of pain in his left leg. The pain is much worse at night and he must take morphine. She suggests they hire someone to do the plowing....

GLC04197.30

to Sue

Mr. Kelly still does not eat much. He has been away from his regiment without leave. Mr. Cherry has been most unhelpful to them while Mr. Khan has called three times, offered her money, and given her a bottle of wine, "so there's the difference...

GLC04197.31

[Candlelight notes of Co K 14 Ind. Reg.]

Pages 1-13 glorifies the service of Civil War soldiers, contains a summary of the beginning of the war, tells the history of the organization of the 14th Indiana regiment, and contains copies of early letter's Captain Kelly's which are not included...

GLC04197.36

[Commission of James R. Kelly]

Commission to "Captain of the Union Rifles" for a term of six years. Signed by Governor Oliver S. Morton on April 22, 1861. Also signed by Indiana Secretary of State William A. Peele and countersigned by Lew Wallace, the Adjutant General of the...

GLC04197.37

Bloomington republican [Vol. 6, no. 35 (May 10, 1862)]

Contains the obituary of Captain James R. Kelly. Reports that he died of a wound recieved in battle near Winchester, VA on March 23. The report details the exploits and successes of the 14th Regiment of Indiana Volunteers, of which Kelly was Captain...

GLC04197.42

[Confederate Parole]

A pledge taken by officers of the Confederate Army to cease from taking up arms or giving aid against the United States Government until exchanged as prisoners of war.

GLC04522.01

[Travel pass]

"Paroled prisoner of the Army commanded by Gen. J.E. Johnston." A pass granting permission for Ivy to return home on parole, signed by A[sst?] Provost Marshal Major Barnes in New Orleans. Two endorsements on verso: 22 May 1865, Montgomery, Alabama...

GLC04522.02

[Travel pass]

Pass No. 1470, allowing the paroled prisoner, Edwin Ivy, to return home to New Orleans with one horse and two servants, signed by Assistant Provost Marshal Captain J.A. Sexton. Partially-printed note of same date on verso, also signed by Sexton...

GLC04522.03

[Oath of Allegiance]

Signed by Ivy as Lieutenant Colonel of Artillery, PACS and witnessed by court clerk Charles Claiborne. With revenue stamp, dated and initialed by Claiborne. Printed document numbered 61. Partially printed.

GLC04522.04

[Oath of allegiance]

An oath of allegiance pledging to defend the Constitution of the United States, the union of the states, and to abide by all laws passed to emancipate slaves. The document is signed by Isham Bailey and witnessed by Andrew B. Conly. With 5-cent...

GLC04522.08

to John B. Marchand

Smith, the Chief of the Navy's Bureau of Equipment and Recruiting, writes to confirm the enlistment of Julius Manheim, apparently one of Marchand's men. Encloses papers [not present] pertaining to Manheim. Forwarded on to Farragut, with his...

GLC02680.29

to John B. Marchand

A brief communication from Farragut, requesting the "names and positions of all the vessels in your division on the first and fifteenth of every month." Written on board the U.S.S. Hartford, off Pensacola, Florida, during the Union blockade of major...

GLC02680.25

to John B. Marchand

From an assistant surgeon of the U. S. Volunteer Navy, confirming illnesses of two men under Marchand's command. "I hereby respectfully call a Medical Survey on Pat McGough…affected with synavitis of hip joint: and James McGuire has Typhoid fever."...

GLC02680.26

to John B. Marchand

Stating that he is aware of the situation of sailors whose term has expired, and enclosing an address [not present] on the subject. Written in response to a letter sent to Farragut by sailors on the U.S.S. Lackawanna. Written on board the U.S.S...

GLC02680.27

to John B. Marchand

Letter enclosing papers [no longer present] regarding "Information obtained from four rebel deserters" and other reports. Written on board the U.S.S. Princess Royal, commanded by Woolsey off Sabine Pass, Texas during the blockading of Confederate...

GLC02680.28

to John B. Marchand

Requesting various information pertaining to Marchand's ship, including coal, draft, and speed of the ship. Written on board the U.S.S. Richmond.

GLC02680.30

to John B. Marchand

Ordering Marchand to move his boat to replace a departing ship in the blockade. Written on board the U.S.S. Richmond during the Union blockade of Mobile Bay.

GLC02680.31

[Court Martial proceedings in the case of John Absher for being absent without leave]

Details court martial proceedings of John Absher, who pled guilty to the charge of "absence without leave," but attempted to defend his conduct, saying he was unable to return in time due to poor health. Records specifics of the charge, testimony...

GLC02233.32

to George Wortham

Cherry's boat was taken from him and he asks that Wortham return it as Cherry is poor and crippled and depends on the boat. Written at "WnSton, North Carolina," possibly Winston-Salem or Washington.

"My boat (a very nice one, which I would not take...

GLC02233.34

to George Wortham

Ayers, searching for African-Americans with his cavalry, so far has "arrested but one negro...and he was not armed." Believes more are between Jamesville and Washington and will continue to search.

Excerpt: "…I have been driving faithfully all day...

GLC02233.41

to George Wortham

Burch asks Wortham to send Lea's petition from last winter as the latest one is missing. Lea has a large, helpless family and Burch wishes to send him home to support them. Burch reports that a truce boat came yesterday for the friends of those who...

GLC02233.44

[Telegraph to James G. Martin]

Manuscript copy of a telegraph sent to Brigadier James G. Martin ordering "the execution of privates William Leggett & Canada Barnes...suspended until further notice." Docket contains autograph endorsement signed by Charles Grice Elliot, Martin's...

GLC02233.33

to unknown

Williams outlines a confrontation between Alfred Davenport, who refused to work "under any such d-d government," and a supervisor. Williams accuses Davenport of trading with the enemy and giving them information. Sent to an unnamed Colonel. Cross...

GLC02233.35

[List of items received belonging to Fort Shannon]

List of ordnance arrived, including various types of cannon, and shells, powder, fuses, and other items.

GLC02233.36

Court martial proceedings in seven cases [Decimalized .01-.07]

Court martial proceedings in seven cases in the Fiftieth North Carolina Infantry. Most likely all written at "Camp Burgwyn," near Bogue, North Carolina.

GLC02233.37

to Francis H. Pierpont

Reverend Stone appeals to Governor Pierpont for aid in obtaining the position of Chaplain of Wheeling prison and hospital. Believes he is best suited for the job, since he has been praying with the prisoners for many years, while others who seek the...

GLC02233.38

to George Wortham

Rather than have his two captured enslaved people return home, Williams wants them to work for the Confederacy. He would prefer they be shot rather than fall into Yankee hands again. Suggests one would make a good servant for Wortham. Written at the...

GLC02233.39

to George Wortham

Gatlin received Wortham's recommendations for promotions for Best and Penny but cannot issue any other commissions until the commission for Captain Ryals is issued.

Richard C. Gatlin, after retiring early in the war as a Confederate Brigadier...

GLC02233.40

to George Wortham

States: "I was ordered by Gen Whiting last night to be in readiness to move at a moments warning & to have the Battery in readiness also. & farther to report all vessels in the [offing?]. I suppose he anticipates an attack from the Beach...we are...

GLC02233.42

[Pass for J.A. Lloyd to pass through the picket lines for one month]

Permitting J. A. Lloyd, a local resident of Plymouth, to pass through the picket lines for one month. Printed on back of map fragment.

GLC02233.43

to Mary Kelly

He is boarding with "widows" whose husbands are in the Confederate army. He also discusses the plight of pickets and guards, and a much awaited pay.

GLC04197.10

to Mary Kelly

He believes he is entitled to be major because he has the oldest commission in the regiment. Also discusses the weather. [Continued 1/22/1862] Mentions Union General Lander.

GLC04197.13

to Mary Kelly

George has been sent home to recruit and may come to visit her. General Lander wants to open up the railroad into Harpers Ferry and this may mean a battle near Winchester. Mentions the victory of General Thomas at Summerset, Kentucky and notes that...

GLC04197.14

"Inventory of the goods and effects ... "

"Inventory of the goods and effects, of John C. Cosc a private of [struck: Captain] [inserted: Sergeant] James R. Kelly's Company (K) 14th Regiment Indiana foot Volunteers . . . ."

GLC04197.04

Inventory of the goods and effects, of Andrew M. Arthur

"Inventory of the goods and effects, of Andrew M. Arthur..."

GLC04197.05

"Inventory of the goods and effects, of Joseph McCalla . . . ."

Inventory of goods.

GLC04197.06

Inventory of the goods and effects of John Raper

"Inventory of the goods and effects, of John Raper . . . ."

GLC04197.07

"Inventory of the goods and effects, of John G. Wampler . . . ."

8. 1 p. 23x18.5 cm. 11/6/1861 Document signed: "Inventory of the goods and effects, of John G. Wampler . . . ."

GLC04197.08

to unknown

Wishing a Merry Christmas and offering the gift of a cap. State written from unknown.

GLC04197.09

to James R. Kelly

She does not like the idea of him boarding with "secesh" women and warms him that Southern women are the sort who would "put a stricknin[e] in something for seasoning." She heard General Joseph J. Reynolds resigned and may be replaced with Rosecrans...

GLC04197.11

to Mary Kelly

He describes the bridge as a "double high bridge that extends across the Canal, and the North Branch of the Potomac River . . . ." Discusses the change in field commanders that will occur if General Reynold's resignation is accepted. General...

GLC04197.12

to Mary Kelly

She was surprised to receive a visit from George. Lonnie [Cole, see # 14] traded his gun for a Mississippi Riffle and his father feels this will look bad. He wants Lonnie to say he paid for the gun and asks Kelly to make up papers confirming his...

GLC04197.15

"A Chance of War"

Short story re: "a romance connected with the Master" that takes place during the Civil War "...at the time our [Federal] troops were endeavouring to surround Stonewall Jackson and prevent his falling back towards Richmond."

GLC01896.149

[Diary] London

Archer's 1864 diary written mostly while in London and also while travelling throughout Europe. Lists daily activities and other happenings such as disease spreading on board ships, etc. Green patterned book cloth with gold stamped titles. (22 Jan)...

GLC01896.158

[Copy Book of E. R. Archer]

"Wedgewood's Improved Copy Book." Letterpress copy book from Europe to Archer's family and fellow officers in the C.S.V.N. [Confederate States Volunteer Navy] with index of letters copied. Written while visiting London and Bermuda. On the cover it...

GLC01896.159

Conditions of Peace Required of the So-called Seceded States

Eight articles express severe pro-Union sentiments. First article calls for unconditional surrender. Second article calls for one hundred "arch traitors" to be delievered up and hung. Third article calls for record of names of traitors so they can be...

GLC08057

To: Gideon Welles

Directing the temporary suppression of information about a nephew of William Seward, who was involved with the blockade running trade during the Civil War. With FF.

GLC08070

To: Ambrose Burnside.

Re: Ordering a "Vigorous attack against the enemy" at Spotsylvania.

GLC08071

[Carte de visite of Edward R. Archer]

Edward R. Archer in Confederate States [Virginia] Volunteer Navy uniform, holding sword and cap. Full length portrait. Albumen print (London: Mayall Photo). Inscribed: on front "C. S. Navy" and on verso "Edward Richard Archer 'Uncle Ned' in...

GLC01896.179

[Carte de visite of Capt. John N. Maffitt]

"Capt. Maffitt (of the Florida)" wearing Confedrate States Navy uniform vignette portrait. 1 litho.

GLC01896.199

[Watercolor of C.S.S. Hawk]

"The Hawk," watercolor on canvas. [Ship outfitted by Edward R. Archer in England in 1863, rebacked 1/93 by PWR]

GLC01896.201

[Three Virginia state uniform buttons]

Three Virginia state brass uniform buttons. [Manufactured by Waterbury Button Co. in Cheshire, CT]. Buttons bear the seal of the Commonwealth of Virginia, probably belonging to Edward R. Archer while in the service of the Confederate States [Virginia...

GLC01896.202

[Collection of Carte de visites] [Decimalized .01-.34]

GLC00241

to George Meade

Arranging forces, including African-American regiments, for the final push on Petersburg

GLC08106

7 invitations to various special and commemorative events, 1866-1905.

Invitations: to "Shakespeare's Birthday Dinner", "The Salmagundi Sketch Club", reunion of "The Society of the Army of the Cumberland", "Chamber of Commerce of the State" banquet, inauguration of new Metropolitan Museum of Art, memorial book in...

GLC06343.225

To: [J.Q.A. Ward]. Re: "making a monument to the Confederate dead."

Written on "Hermitage Club"stationary.

GLC06343.304

to Edwin Stanton

Recipient inferred because Stanton served as the Secretary of War under Lincoln. States that U.S. Representative from West Virginia, Kellian Whaley, called to know if General Robert Milroy might report to General Franz Sigel. Whaley says that Sigel...

GLC08153

[Order to issue a commission to A.B. Olin; defendant's interrogatories; plaintiff's cross-interrogatories]

Stamped as pages 102-108. Pages 102-103 comprise the New York State Supreme Court order to issue a commission to A.B. Olin to examine Edwin M. Stanton. Noted, and signed, as "A copy" by John Wood, clerk, on page 103. A 18 March 1865 note written...

GLC00720.06

[Regulations for commissioning white officers for the Regiment of U.S. Colored Infantry]

States that men will not be commissioned as officers until they are approved by a Board of Examiners in Washington D.C., and appointed by the Secretary of War. Indicates that applications need to be submitted to the Colored Bureau, Washington D.C...

GLC08203

[Partially-printed appointment of A.B. Olin as commissioner to examine Edwin M. Stanton as a witness for the defense in Benjamin v. Murray and Perkins.]

Stamped as pages 99-101, with paper seal on first page (p.99).
Signed by John Wood as clerk of the New York Supreme Court. With clerical signatures of New York Supreme Court Justice John A. Lott and Murray's attorneys Vail & Sedgwick as witnesses...

GLC00720.05

"At the deathbed of Abraham Lincoln"

One article entitled, "At the Deathbed of Abraham Lincoln," written by James Tanner and printed by the National Republic. Consists of an eye witness account related to Lincoln's assassination and his deathbed. Relays the chaos at the scene at Ford's...

GLC05603.03.04

Carte de visite [Portrait of General Hiram Berry].

Accompanied letter from Berry to Captain R. H. Sawyer (GLC08240.01).

GLC08240.02

General Orders No. 133

Proclaims the following Thursday as a day of fast and "sincere prayers for future guidance and protection."

GLC08267

[Collection of 2 items celebrating Sherman's March to the Sea.]

GLC08277

to Mary Kelly

Mentions that Camp Floyd, named for John B. Floyd, has been changed to Camp Crittenden so that they will "not perpetuate the name of that arch traitor." Hopes that President Abraham Lincoln does not waver on the issue of re-supplying Fort Sumter...

GLC04194.39

to Charles Magill Conrad

Refers to Conrad's letter asking if there is any new legislation before the session comes to a close. Discusses the efforts being made to build iron plated vessels for the Confederacy in Europe and estimates its cost at 2 million dollars. Discusses...

GLC08155.01

to Sarah McLeod Hutson

Mentions cold in Fredericksburg. Comments that George C. MacKay, and a man named Clap, of McCreary's South Carolina Infantry (1st South Carolina Infantry, Provisional Army) arrived and brought clothing and other supplies from Richmond. He has...

GLC08165.51

to Richard W. Hutson

Discusses suffering in the south during the Civil War. He is getting along well in the army. He heard about the occupation of Orangeburg, South Carolina, but took longer to find out whether or not their family had left. Discusses correspondence...

GLC08165.69

Sherman's March to the Sea.

Anthem celebrating Sherman's 1864 march from Georgia to Savannah, published by E. Nason & Co.

GLC08277.01

We are for the Union.

Publisher unknown

GLC08277.02

Union Recruiting Poster

Litchfield, Connecticut recruiting: "ENLIST NOW AND SAVE YOUR BOUNTY/ only a few days before the draft."

GLC08309

[Fragment of Lincoln's last State of the Union address concerning the thirteenth amendment]

An 11-line fragment of his last Annual Message to Congress dealing with the failure of Congress to pass the thirteenth amendment and recommending they reconsider: "At the last session of Congress a proposed amendment of the Constitution [inserted...

GLC08094

to Elizabeth Smith and children

Smith describes his march from Washington, loading and unloading baggage cars, and being ordered to load the wounded onto steamers at Acquia Creek. They are camped within the sights of Confederate artillery. Addressed from Virginia nearly opposite...

GLC04189.20

to Friend Furm

Letting his old tentmate know what has happened to him.

GLC04189.42

Charges and Specifications of Charges Preferred by Acting Rear Admiral S.P. Lee Commanding Mississippi Squadron Against George W. Shallenburger A 2nd Asst Engr of USS "Forest Rose"

Clerical copy of the charges against Shallenburger. He was charged with overstaying his leave of absence by about 10 days (as stated in his diary at GLC02263.02). Charges state he was given a 3 week leave from the USS "Forest Rose" on 1 March 1865...

GLC02263.03

to Elizabeth Smith

Discusses guard duty, the value of the equipment in his blacksmith shop, and an increase in desertions from some regiments who have not received furloughs.

GLC04189.18

to Elizabeth Smith and Charles C. Smith

The regiment was excused from guard duty on Thanksgiving to attend church and a dress parade. Smith urges Charles to learn to write and to study geography. "I now see the need of understanding the geography and the map and then I could tell when I...

GLC04189.19

to Charles Carroll Smith

Discusses visiting friends in another regiment. He received his pay but his money and overcoat were stolen. He discusses thievery in camp and loading the wounded on to boats at Acquia Creek.

GLC04189.21

to Elizabeth Smith

He has an opportunity to join the regular army for the balance of his three years of service. He will get a $2500 bounty, double the pay and will be able to work in a blacksmith's shop. He is ill.

GLC04189.22

to Elizabeth Smith and children

The army is still in the same location and is in a state of suspense concerning what will happen next. General Burnside announced a Grand Review which was canceled due to rain. One man in the regiment contracted small pox. The doctors isolated him...

GLC04189.23

to Elizabeth Smith and children

The regiment has orders to cross the Rappahannock and attack Fredericksburg. Smith describes details of the attack plan. He also mentions a review of the Second Corps by General Ambrose Burnside and provides a description of the general.

GLC04189.24

to Elizabeth Smith and children

Rain and mud foiled the attack on Fredericksburg. The pontoons and artillery became stuck in the mud. Confederate soldiers taunted the stranded union soldiers by offering to help build the pontoon bridge, if the federals could get the pontoons to...

GLC04189.25

to C. Carroll Smith

The snow has melted but the weather remains bitterly cold. He reiterates the changes in command discussed in the previous letter. Also mentions losses to his unit and the 72 PA. The latter has only 300 men on active service out of the 1,880 who...

GLC04189.26

to Elizabeth Smith

The army has begun to issue furloughs. The mud is still extremely deep. He discusses the children's health and whether or not they should attend school. He speculates on Hooker's plans for the army. "Joe Hooker will do One of 3 things he will...

GLC04189.27

to Elizabeth Smith

The army has begun to move out via the railroad to Acquia Creek. His regiment is still on picket duty and must keep the Rebels from noticing the movement of the rest of the army. General Hooker feeds the army better than Burnside did.

GLC04189.28

to Charley

General Hooker has given orders that all Union troops and sutlers must be out of Falmouth by 10 AM the following day. He advises his son not to go to school as it may interfere with his health. He tells his younger son, Rufus, to begin chewing...

GLC04189.29

to Elizabeth Smith

Contains a lengthy description of the weather including rain, snow, and more mud. Discusses picketed duty and his mess mates. He has not shaved "except with a pair of scissors" since he left Salem.

GLC04189.30

to Elizabeth Smith

His wife has rented out part of the Barn. He is very ill.

GLC04189.31

to Elizabeth Smith

Discusses picket duty in a ravine and guard duty near the Lacy House. He agonizes over keeping warm and adds "the way we kept warm at the Lacy House was by Running around it[.] The main house was about 100 ft long." He also discusses...

GLC04189.32

to Elizabeth Smith

Discusses skirmishing along his picket line and mentions the funeral of a member of their regiment. His regiment got into a fight with a New York regiment over wood. Only twenty-five men from his company are fit for duty.

GLC04189.33

to Elizabeth Smith

He is ill again. Sickness has decimated the regiment: "a good many get sick that never get well again[.] [W]e have a funeral in the Regiment nearly every day on an average[.] [L]ast night we had 3 . . . ." Describes a skirmish on the 17th...

GLC04189.34

to Elizabeth Smith and children

He is ill with dysentery. He requests a box [i.e. care package] containing Wrights pills, medicine for diarrhea, and food. The regiment has not been paid in a long time. Thirty-six men in the regiment are now fit for duty.

GLC04189.35

to Elizabeth Smith

The regiment's orders to move out have been delayed by rain. He asks his wife not to send the box [see #35] since boxes become lost when they are forwarded. He believes the regiment may go to Charleston, Vicksburg, or Richmond.

GLC04189.36

to Elizabeth Smith and family

He is feeling better, although "the medicine I have taken has settled in my bones So it is hard for me to walk. Some has [sic] lost the use of their limbs altogether & others have lost all the toes off their feet." He still expects his package to...

GLC04189.37

to Charles

He describes cooking in camp and speculates that Hooker is moving the army out to keep the Confederates from sending reinforcements to Vicksburg.

GLC04189.38

to Elizabeth Smith and family

He received his box. Last night, troops crossed below Fredericksburg found the city well fortified. His regiment has also moved from their old camp and may see action soon.

GLC04189.39

to Elizabeth Smith

Describes the move from Falmouth to his current position on the battlefield. He writes of his units performance in the battle and notes "the old troops say it was the hardest Battle so far they was ever in..."

GLC04189.40

to Elizabeth Smith and family

The army has retreated back to their old camp. Describes Stonewall Jackson's maneuver which forced them to retreat. He discusses losses to the regiment and lists the names of friends who were killed or wounded. He writes that he had been in battle...

GLC04189.41

to Elizabeth Smith and family

The regiment has moved near General French's headquarters. They earned the nickname the "bloody 12th." General French sent orders to retreat three times before the regiment finally obeyed. Discusses comrades wounded in the battle.

GLC04189.43

to Elizabeth Smith

He believes the unit may be ordered back to Ellicotts Mills to guard the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. Most of the men in the regiment have nine month enlistments that will be ending soon. Nine month men are called "Lincoln's pets."

GLC04189.44