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to Miss Mary

He is sorry to hear that she is so indisposed. He can only hope she will recover soon.

GLC02830.28

to Miss Mary

He says military is a trade that cannot be learned in a day. For most of the rest of the letter he expresses concern over her sickness and hopes she recovers soon.

GLC02830.29

to Miss Mary

He has very little time to write. He will write more when this expedition is over. She shouldn't write until she hears from him.

GLC02830.31

to Miss Mary

He hopes the day he can again hear from her is not far away. He needs to know that she has completely recovered. Written near Fort Monroe, Virginia.

GLC02830.32

to Miss Mary

The weather is good and everyone is in in good spirits. He happy but wishes to know if she has completly recovered. Was written near Hampton, Virginia.

GLC02830.33

to Miss Mary

There is not comfortable place to write. The weather is erratic. He never knows what to write that will interest her. He regrets losing the locket she gave him.Written near Yorktown, Virginia

GLC02830.34

to Ann

Last night the firing at Port Hudson started up again and lasted three hours. He has not had much time to write and complains he has not seen any liqour in Baton Rouge.

GLC03047.02

to Ann

He likes to picture her reading by the stove. He tells her to ahve courage because he thinks he should be home in six or seven weeks.

GLC03047.03

to Ann

He is a bit sick and complains of the food they make him eat. Port Madison has been evacuated. They drill alot, about twice a day.

GLC03047.04

to Ann

He is happy becasuse he heas heard from home 5 times now. He got paid and he is trying to save his money so he has some tot ake home with him.

GLC03047.05

to Ann

They will not start for home until the 10th or 15th of next month. 2 regiments of cavalry from General Grant's army came in a captured 50 prisoners. In all they ahd about 1100 prisoners. They also took African-Americans and put them right into the...

GLC03047.06

to Ann

A friend of his heard that his wife died.

GLC03047.07

to Ann

A fellow soldier was buried yesterday. There might be a fight at Port Hudson. Baton Rouge is almost deserted. THere is only one brigade left.

GLC03047.08

to Mary

They marched southeast of Cinncinati. There is about 80,000 troops where they are. Tomorrow they move to another ground to drill.

GLC03054.01

to Mary

They are on their way to Cumberland gap. They are not giving out furloughs and he does not have enough money to get home and back so he cannot see her now. He asks for a pair of mittens.

GLC03054.02

to Mary

His wife has been having problems with his mother. In a day or two they will have to move. He will try to get a furlough after six.

GLC03054.03

to Mary

He describes some fighting that took place around Cumberland River. He has heard the paymaster is around and is hopeful because he is out of money. He is looking out for a package she sent.

GLC03054.04

to Mary

They surrounded a Rebel camp and got 6 prisioners, 10 horses and some mules. Later they started catching chickens, geese and ducks. Today is the one year anniversary of when he left home. A lot of Rebel deserters are coming in.

GLC03054.06

to Carrie

He really wants a picture of her. he says Gen. McClellan is in fear that the Rebels have crossed the Potomac. They are slowly advancing.

GLC03057.01

to Carrie

He has been sick. He explains the problem with getting a furlough is that all these people have to sign it and by the time it's granted it will be expired.

GLC03057.02

to Carrie

7 men came across the river and gave themselves up to them. Apparently 30 started out but the rest were caught. He hopes the war will end soon and he can come home.

GLC03057.03

to Carrie

The government has taken control of the telegraph and they will take control of the mail system where they stop soldiers from sending letters home once they get into Virginia. He wanted to join the Navy at first but somehow ended up here. He...

GLC03057.04

to Carrie

Pages missing. A new regiment joined their division. Col. Marsten says they can get discharged when Richmond is taken. Gen. McClellan and Abraham Lincoln visited and it was a big affair.

GLC03057.05

to Sir (George Ladd)

She says she is too young to marry. She wants his picture so she can see if he really is good-looking.

GLC03057.06

to Mrs. Abbott

He writes on the death of her son, George Abbott. He praises him and gives somes of the details surrounding his death. Everyone loved him as a brother.

GLC03057.07

to Brother

Partial letter. Only first few lines remain, rest is torn off. He begins by saying that he is writing to let his brother know he is well.

GLC03057.08

1862 Diary

Camp 6, 129th Regiment. Daily record of army life. A notable entry includes Setember 3rd when the Brigadier General says: "I am not a speechmaker. This is not the business of the soldier, but to fight and obey orders, that is what you are here for...

GLC03131.07.01

1863 Diary

Camp 6, 129th Regiment. Daily record of army life. On January 20th they find a man almost dead from drinking too much. On April 25the paymaster arrives causing the men to cheer. On May 13th, they arrive in Baltimore.

GLC03131.07.02

Evidence Required

Affidavit of a commissioned officer as to when and where and under what circumstances the alleged Malarial Fever was contracted.

GLC03131.07.04

to Frank Stout

He asks Stout to fill out the enclosed affidavit, as he caught malaria while on picket duty and has had pain ever since. he also asks for the name of his surgeon.

GLC03131.07.05

Stout confirms Clewell caught Malaria while out on Picket

Stout provides evidence for Clewell's pension applciation.

GLC03131.07.06

to Sir

A call to arms. Letter reminds recipient of Frank Stout's bravery and ability and asks that he fight under Stout. Stout is going back again for six months.

GLC03131.07.07

An Address Delivered by Col. Henry Royer

On the Formal Transfer of the Soldiers' Monument to the City Council of Pottsville. He remembered those who volunteered for the Union , in particular the 129th, of whom Stout was a member.

GLC03131.07.08

Major Selfridge Dies in Philadelphia

Major Alexander Selfridge, a civil war veteran dies at 79. He was the youngest commissioned officer in the Northern Ranks during the civil war.

GLC03131.07.09

The Return of Co. C in 1865

On July 22, 1865 the remanant of Company C arrived home under Captain Stolzenbach. A great reception took place at the railroad station. Selfridge was there.

GLC03131.07.10

to Mother

Includes a list of all the men in company J and whether they are on duty, sick or discharged. For the moment it is warm and pleasant Recently they had a very hard march.

GLC03131.09.02

to Mother

He sent a package with gloves, handkerchiefs, stockings and a pin cushion. The regimentss have all taken their positions within the fort and are ready to attack.

GLC03131.09.03

1859 Diary

Faithfully records the weather each and every day. On May 31st, someone named John steals $150 from another man. June 8th, Thompson's sister got married. Went to a democratic meeting in October and nominated a clerk. November 11th, attended a large...

GLC03131.16.01

1860 Diary

Records the weather. Mentions church every Sunday. Church is a running theme throughout this diary. Often attends sermons. Also goes to what he vaguely refers to as business meetings.

GLC03131.16.02

1861 Diary

Records the weather. On March 12th, he mentions the city elections. April 24th, acknowledges how sad it is that so many young men are going to war and he hopes they return safely. Mentions church and bible class frequently. On July 22nd, he notes bad...

GLC03131.16.03

1862 Diary

Records the weather. On May 31st, he talks about the battle of Hanover Court. On July 5th, he talks about the news from McClellan's army. On September 5th, they are preparing to be mustered. Septemberr 7th has them about to leave their current...

GLC03131.16.04

1863 Diary

Many blank pages until May. Records the weather. On August 8th and 9th, he spends time with a Miss Kittinger and a Miss Haversticks. He sees them several times and even gives one of them is picture. Later a fire breaks out. Describes daily life in...

GLC03131.16.05

1864 Diary

Blank from mid-February through December. Records the weather. Mentions church and bible class in several entries.On Feb. 22nd, he leaves on furlough. He and friend visit the fair when it comes into town.

GLC03131.16.06

1868 Diary

Newspaper clippings inserted throughout. Almost all entries are cross written. Last entry is clear and talks of New Year's Eve celebrations.

GLC03131.16.08

1869 Diary

Records the weather. Notes temperature and time. Newspaper clippings inserted here and there. Most entries are cross written. Mentions church activities in many entries.. On July 13th, he describes meeting with the mayor. He attends various lectures...

GLC03131.16.09

Furlough Permission

Furlough granted to Sergeant James Kiger for 30 days.

GLC03131.16.14

Request for Furlough Extension

Kiger requests an extension because he has Typhoid Fever. Includes testimony of two physicians.

GLC03131.16.15

Evidence of Typhoid Fever

Mayor affirms that physicians have appeared before him stating that Kiger is unfit to return to his regiment.

GLC03131.16.16

Envelope that contained furlough and passes

For James Kiger. Missing from envelope.

GLC03131.16.17

[Article honoring those who lost their lives in the Civil War]

Title torn from article. "These men fought to maintain and perpetuate the rights of human nature. These men fought, not for themselves alone--they struck the chains from the limbs of four millions of bondsmen..."

GLC03131.16.18