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to Brother Henry
17 August 1862
Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863
He has been sick for the last two weeks. He requests 5 or 10 dollars and a couple of shirts.
GLC02172.53
30 August 1862
He is feeling better. He thanks his brother for the money and tells him to tell his father he is feeling better.
GLC02172.54
8 September 1862
He will soon rejoin the regiments. He has not received the box of things his brother sent yet. He plans to get a pass so he can explore the city of York.
GLC02172.55
20 September 1862
He does not know when he will rejin the regiment but at prsent he only works 4 hours a day washing dishes. He has rheumatism. The box he was supposed to have received has still not arrived.
GLC02172.56
9 November 1862
He is back with the regiment and they are camping within sight of the Blue Mountains. There is more than enough food at present. He hasn't yet written to his father because he doesn't have any ink and he knows his father can't see pencil marks.
GLC02172.57
December 27, 1862
They had a dull Christmas. He does not want to hear of his brother becoming a soldier. For the moment there are plenty of rations and clothing. He has not spoken to Ed since he last wrote. Written in a camp near Fredericksburg.
GLC02172.58
January 20,1863
He has just come back from picket where he has been on duty for days. They are not allowed to talk on both sides but when the officer are away the privates talk. Artillery, infantry and cavalry have passed. They expect to cross the river again...
GLC02172.59
February 17, 1863
They learned of the capture of Fort Donaldson and 15,000 prisoners. He hopes his brother had fun sleigh riding and wonders if any of the fellows talk about him when they are hugging the girls. The regiment got new guns. Written in a camp near...
GLC02172.60
to Father
February 25, 1862
He mentions that he was mistaken in his opinion that McCllelen could command the Potomac army. His actions have proved otherwise. He requests dried fruit, butter and cheese.
GLC02172.61
to Brother H. (Henry)
February 27, 1863
He encourages his brother not to miss out on opportunities like getting an education while he is young.
GLC02172.62
March 17, 1863
They have been fighting up on the Blackwater. They are under marching orders again. He is glad to hear his father has got into business again.
GLC02172.63
March 28, 1863
He is sending 50 dollars and wants his brother to tell him when he receives it.
GLC02172.64
March 29, 1863
Two weeks ago they left camp. The journey to Baltimore was rough. Many men became sea sick. They then went to Louisville and are now in Bardsville. He sent his brother some money.
GLC02172.65
Adams Express form
For the 50 dollars he sent his brother.
GLC02172.66
13 April 1863
Everyone is excited about the fighting at Charleston. He mentions Joe Hooker.
GLC02172.67
26 May 1863
They are camped near a small town called Columbia. He wishes his father could come visit. He thinks they will cross the river since the Rebel general is reported to be across the river.
GLC02172.69
2 June 1863
They returned from an expedition out to Cumberland river that did not amount to much. It rained much of the time and the Rebels captured some horses and made the sheriff sewr allegiance to their government.
GLC02172.70
13 July 1863
Vicksburg surrendered. Very, very faded.
GLC02172.71
20 September 1863
Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865
He has been detailed as a nurse and does not know when he get out to see his brother. He knows his brother wants to marry but he tells him to look before he leaps.
GLC02172.72
16 September 1863
He wanted to come home to the state fair but his horse was too tired. He went to see Ms. Castes to see if he could hire a horse, but her folks will be using all the horses. He may get home next week. He hasn't heard from Frank.
GLC02172.73
December 18, 1863
They are now in Knoxville. The regiment has suffered losses. Major Byington is dead. Captain Farren is wounded.
GLC02172.77
February 4, 1864
The officers have been trying to get soldiers to reenlist. More reenlisted than the number of people who actually showed up for duty. Those that did not reenlist had to be transferred to another regiment. Was written near Knoxville, Tennessee.
GLC02172.78
to Loid Porter
15 April 1864
They found all of this cattle. They counted the cattle.
GLC02172.79
28 August 1864
Porter, Hank, fl. 1860
He was sorry to hear of the death of Uncle James. They have not heard from Sam or Matt. Theyw ere offered 1 dollar per pound for their wool.
GLC02172.80
He hopes his father has gotten over his sickness. They had a disagreement and he hopes this does not chnage his father's opinion of him.
GLC02172.81
23 April 1865
He has not felt better since he left the army. He is helping ftaher herd his cattle. Their father would like to borrow 50 dollars.
GLC02172.84
Only Try
1861-1877
Kyle, J.C., fl. 1860
Published by American tract society. Only try to serve God.
GLC02172.91
Partial bio of Horatio Loomis Waite
Brief bio traces miltary career and post war activities.
GLC08284.007
to Horatio Wait
19 July 1861
Since he has been appointed assistant paymaster the author is enclosing his commission.
GLC08284.012
to Sam
He received the first chapter of Horatio Wait's book. He tells the story of a boiler explosion on board a ship.
GLC08284.013
General Orders No. 72
March 24, 1863
Thomas, L., fl. 1863
All deserters will be reported once a month to Col. James B. Fry.
GLC02198.02
General Orders No. 206
3 July 1863
Townsend, E. D. (Edward Davis), 1817-1893
The commanding officers are ordered to follow General Orders No. 72.
GLC02198.03
General Orders No. 380
24 November 1863
A catalog of various soldiers' crimes and the details of their sentencing.
GLC02198.04
General Orders No. 399
December 21, 1863
The county of St. Mary in Maryland and the counties of Northampton and Accomac in Virginia are annexed to the department of Virginia and North Carolina.
GLC02198.05
Duplicate of GLC02198.05.
GLC02198.06
General Orders No. 38
February 1, 1864
Volunteers that serve two years will get their bounty. Furloughed soldiers that that cannot pay their travel expenses will have it deducted from their pay, Draftees will be paid travel expenses.
GLC02198.07
General Orders No. 42
February 2, 1864
Regulations for the care of artillery and instructions for firing.
GLC02198.08
Property Return Acknowledgement for the month of November, 1864.
15 December 1864
Wells, General, fl. 1863
For Leander Williston. When examined, it will be sent to the Third Auditor of the Treasury.
GLC02198.09
Property Return Acknowledgement for the month of January, 1865.
February 8, 1865
GLC02198.10
Ordnance Office, Property Returns Division
6 March 1865
His property return has been examined and referred to the second auditor for settlement.
GLC02198.11
Muster Roll
February 28, 1865 - April 30, 1865
Capt. Perkins' company. Extremely fragile.
GLC02198.28
Special Notice from the Bureau of Pensions
30 July 1903
Warns people not to be fooled by imposters who demand money for their duties with the pension bureau.
GLC02198.41
United States Sanitation Committee
29 July 1861
A listing of the committee appointments decided in Boston.
GLC02198.01
Invoice of Quartermaster's stores
30 September 1864
Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869
Features white-washed brushes and blank book. Reported by Lt. Leander A Williston.
GLC02198.12
30 October 1864
Pierce (general), fl. 1864
Features blank book. Reported by Lt. Leander A Williston.
GLC02198.13
Gifford, Fred S., fl. 1864
Features envelopes, pens, wax, ink, paper...
GLC02198.14
Invoice of Ordnance and Ordnance Stores
A catalog of articles from a carriage to a screwdriver.
GLC02198.16
1 April 1865
Cussier, Simon P., fl. 1864
Reported by Leander A Williston. A catalog of articles.
GLC02198.17
Monthly Return of Quartermaster's Stores
December 31, 1863
Pallen, J., fl. 1863
Everything from fuel to bricklaying tools. Written at Clark's Point.
GLC02198.18
October 1864
Williston, Leander A., 1830-?
Everything from fuel to bricklaying tools.
GLC02198.19
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