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to Richard H. Jackson
28 May 1862
Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864
He and his wife paid a visit to Davis Williamsburg. They have not heard from John and send their regards.
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4 June 1862
He saw Richard's friend, Charles E. Hill. Once again states how proud he is of the "Gallant 9th."
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Duplicate of GLC0775.214
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15 June 1862
He mentions Charles Hazelton.
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21 June 1862
Very difficult to read, but looks like [Seccessionist] flag has already been pawned among the mementos of the war. He mentions Hazelton who has not read a certain book but plans to later. He describes the house he and his wife currently live.
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23 June 1862
He asks him to thank John Davis and writes "I am not exactly an abolitionist..." Mr. Watson has begun a letter to Richard.
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ca. June 1862
Read in the paper that several thousand of Burnside's troops have landed at Newport News, which led him to believe Richard was among them.
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4 July 1862
He writes that he and his wife are well and that she longs to see him. Johnny is assisting his father in driving a milk wagon. He has sent various magazines.
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28 July 1862
He writes of how his son has been exposed to the sad reality of life so early on and how proud he is of his devotion to his country. He met a young man from his son's regiment who said Richard has changed in appearance.
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1 August 1862
He called at the office of his son's regiment but was disappointed when he didn't find him. Mr. Evarts is away but will return. He mentions Mr. Watson.
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8 August 1862
He mentions the number of draftees and volunteers that will be coming in. Miss Watson has gone to the country and will stay for a while.
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13 August 1862
He believes his son now looks older after a year in the army. He read in the paper that McClellan is withdrawing his army from Harrison's Landing.
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17 August 1862
He received a letter from Mr. Evartsa nd mentions John Davis and Mr. Dobbs.
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25 August 1862
Martha Watson has been away which explains why Richard hasn't heard from her. He saw Mr. Austen the other day who asked about his son.
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1 September 1862
He met a Mr. Kennedy and his son who is a member of Richard's regiment. The most recent events have him worried and he wished to hear from RIchard.
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10 September 1862
He has not yet reached Saratoga. He read about the capturing of 1400 rebels in the paper. Mentions a Mr. Lloyd.
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22 September 1862
Sorry to hear of his sickness but is glad he is now alright. He congratulates him on his victory but is.sorry to hear of Col. Mulligan's death.
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3 October 1862
Jackson, Elizabeth, fl. 1861-1864
She writes that she is taking a "mother's interest" in him. She saw Martha and learned about his writing to her.
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6 October 1862
He received a letter from Frank A who said Richard requested he call on his father. He also received a letter from John A. who had been slightly wounded and said Richard was doing well. He mentions the Emancipation Proclamation and says he feels...
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16 October 1862
He is worried about money he has sent to his son by Adams Express. He is concerned that he knows nothing about his son's movements. He heard of a second regiment of the Hawkin's Zouaves under the auspices of his chaplain.
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Duplicate of GLC07705.232.
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19 October 1862
She hopes he is home by New Year's to help receive calls that people are very much against drafting. There are a great many dying in N.Y and a great many wounded coming into the city.
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20 October 1862
He knows he will probably never recover the money he sent. Notes that he has received ninety-five letters from his son and has not had trouble recceiving mail from him up until this point. He is anxious because the army is on the advance.
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28 October 1862
He includes a copy of a letter he received from a friend of his informing him of the safety of the money he sent earlier.
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29 October 1862
He is mainly concerned with the movements of Burnside and knows it will be diffficult for his son to respond while on the march, worries for his health and safety.
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31 October 1862
Congratulates his son on his promotion.
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2 November 1862
She gives him some gentle addvice: "do not lose yourself in your new position, strive to do right and keep away from bad company..."
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3 November 1862
He wishes him success in his new promotion. Then lists the articles his son has asked him to send. He fills him in on the news such as that of Captain Hannah who was shot through the head by a man who seized his horse. Mr. Watson also congratulates...
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4 November 1862
He will be sending the valise of all the items he requested and is anxious to hear of its receipt.
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28 November 1862
He prays for his safety and writes that Marcy visited with her younger sister and is disppointed not to have received any letters from Richard.
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30 November 1862
Two letters sent in same envelope. One from Elizabeth Jackson and another from Henry Jackson written on the same day. He has sent the valise with everything requested..Elizabeth heard a friend of had died.
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January 12, 1863
He writes about the boots he has reecntly sent. Then draws a picture of the boot, marked with Richard's name inside. He saw J. Austen the other day who has gotten his discharge.
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January 20, 1863
He writes about the dress uniform Richard has requested he purchase. He discusses various sizes.
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January 25, 1863
She informs him that his father has bought his coat and it is a beautiful one. Miss Mulligan's mother has told her to write a bunch of stuff to make Richard laugh.
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He hopes Richard will like the dress coat uniform he picked out. He is glad he is so animated with such a noble spirit.
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February 1, 1863
He writes of the gallant bravery of Burnside and his misfortune with the weather. He tells Richard to write to Margaret Delahantes and includes her address.
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February 3, 1863
She says her mother has not received a reply from him two weeks despite having written four letters. She mentions Miss Mulligan.
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February 6, 1863
He has received his letter in which he asks him not to mail the coat because he has someone coming to get it.
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February 15, 1863
He writes that Miss Mulligan went to a fortune teller who told her her lovers' name was Richard and she would get two letters from him.
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He informs him that New York was excited by the wedding of [illegible, but looks like Sam Sherman] and Miss Lorinia Warren. Burnside was in attendance. He is disapppointed that there is no change in his getting leave of absence.
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February 17, 1863
He has picked out his fatigue coat and other items to be delivered to Richard.
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February 18, 1863
He refers again to the coat and uniform that will be delivered. He is concerned because Richard has not received a particular letter.
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February 20, 1863
He has written out an itemized receipt for all the items sent by Adams Express.
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8 June 1863
His father acknowledges the receipt of his letter of the 5th. He says there is no news to report.
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18 August 1863
They are glad to hear of his safety and continued satisfaction with the current situation. He met one of his acquaintances. He mentions Mrs. Foster's brothers who were drafted..
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8 September 1863
He mentions Mr. Allen Foster who is laid up with boils on his leg. They took a trip to Coney Island where they met Gus Snow. Mrs. Bennett is suffering from inflammation from the lungs.
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13 September 1863
very faded, cannot be read.
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20 September 1863
He has sent his son a watch and hopes he is pleased with it. He mentions the Miss Kennedys. H. Fulton arrive on Tuesday but brought no letter from Richard.
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1 October 1863
He has not heard from his son in a while and is worried something may have happened to him.
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8 October 1863
He is very glad to have finally heard from the Richard as there was an irregularity with the mail, On page 2, there is a picture of a castle-like building. He includes some figures from his bank book.
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