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"I eat dat poor ittle mousey's cheese up."

Features girl holding cheese with mouse on the end of it. Other side is partial manuscript.

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Ise, Making a Train of Cars to Bring Grandma Wait in.

Other side features partial manuscript.

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Memorial Tablet in St. Paul's Church

In Loving Memory of Chara Conant Long Wait.

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Facts About Chara Conant Long Wait

Other side is a floor plan of Chicago Historical Society.

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Eulogy for Chara Conant Long Wait

She practiced -- but she did not preach...

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Brief Chronology of Chara Conant Long Wait

There is reference to a photo, not included here.

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Special Orders No. 38

Horatio L. Wait is appointed Paymaster.

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to Horatio L. Wait

He has forwarded his appointment as Paymaster to the adjutant general.

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Naval Order Stationary.

Blank.

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Naval Reserve Association

Lists officers in the Naval Militia and First Battalion.

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The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Vermont

Features a section on Joseph Wait, 1776.

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[Male Members of the Wait Family]

Includes very brief bio and miltary titles.

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to Horatio L. Wait

A publisher thanks him for his contributions to war history and is sending him a contributor's copy of the Photographic History of the Civil War.

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to Horatio L. Wait

The Loyal Legion requests a paper from him that talks about the Naval Reserve.

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to Horatio L. Wait

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to Horatio L. Wait

A letter of introduction for Henry W. Raymond. He hopes Wait will do everything to make his stay in Chicago comfortable.

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to Horatio L. Wait

He received Mrs. Wait's letter and in response he will send some sunflowers. Mary and Fred are in New Britain.

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to Maria

He is sorry to hear that Isabelle is unwell but doesn't think she will be for long. He thinks that once they get their financial arrangements straightened out, everyone will feel better.

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Ada Waldron (Mrs. James Wait)

She is sitting with her hand on a book.

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James Wait

He has a large mustache and wears a suit.

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Mrs. James Wait

She holds a baby.

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Daily Log aboard St. Mary

Also includes some accounting and a chronology of life events.

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He is at sea and he writes they have a strong wind. He hopes his wife is keeping herself busy with "Jimmy's training". He hopes he will return soon.

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Bill of Fare

Handwritten menu featuring soups, fish, meats, side dishes puddings and pastry,

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He has reached Lisbon. All his travels just make him feel more satisfied that he has chosen the right partner. Recently there was an outbreak of yellow fever on the ship. He describes some of the victims. He also describes the streets of Lisbon...

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He discusses what she can do to occupy her time and suggests Sunday reading. He watched a religious procession in Lisbon. He is embarrassed to say that while the officers of the Prussian ships can all speak English, no one on board his ship can speak...

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He talks about an old church in Lisbon that impressed him. He also visited the King's Palace at Belem and the tower. The Opera House also figures prominently in the letter. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He tells her a little more about Lisbon. Later they went to Gibaltar where they had a delightful time. In Paris they saw many different nationalities, including Turks and Arabs. He describes their clothes.Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He has just left Genoa. He understands she is lonely without him and he doesn't want her to get too upset. She should focus her energies on their son, Jimmy and be grateful he is gaining valuable experience.

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to darling Cherry (wife)

They are doing business with a couple of Israelites that have a contract to furnish sevral thousand tons of coal to the fleet. Lately he stays on board the ship and studies French. He has been to several ballet performances. He is thinkng to go to...

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to Nait

He finally made it to Spain where he had a difficult times because he does not speak Spanish. He mentions his photo collection. They visit the Naval musuem which he describes as worth seeing. He also visits a church and the Museum of Artillery.

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to Nait

He describes an eclipse. He is hesitating about going to Spain because the country is a bit unsettled. He met an old friend who will tutor him in French. He expects to speak it tolerably well within four months.

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to dear little wife

He discusses the places in Italy they may be able to visit. He describes the whales that played around the ship. They passed by Gibraltar. They have developed a taste for olives and their oil.

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to darling Cherry

They are getting along in Spain despite not knowing the language. The merchantmen there are a mix of nationalies. Written in Cadiz Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He notes that it is more expensive there than in New York. They are having problems with the monasteries there. They want to shut them down and open up free schools. He describes some of the characters in the streets.Written in Cadiz Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He further describes the Queluz Palace including a chapel, many paintings and a fountain. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

The first letter describing the Royal Palace of Queluz. In particular, the Grand Salon is mentioned. More tapestries and paintings are described. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He talks about bull fighting in Portugal. He uses very flowery language to describe an entire fight. He makes special note of "the way the negroes fight the bull." Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He talks of grave matters like life insurance and of buying her a burial lot and coffin. The French battle ships are there now. He is reading up on Spanish history. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He describes his Fourth of July. They weren't allowed to fire a salute so the Portuguese flag ship had to do it for them, which he describes as humiliating. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He mentions the large number of Spanish refugees. He also describes a place called the Passeio Publico where he goes to hear live music. Apparently the king goes there and smokes his cigar. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He talks of money matters and warns her there is no telling when they might return. He mentions Dr. Shaw, a female surgeon Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

They climbed a moutain to visit the Pena Castle. And then they saw the remains of a monastery. Afterwards they visit a villa called Montserrat owned by an Englishman. Next they went to the Royal Palace of Cintra. He provides lavish descriptions...

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to darling Cherry

He tries to figure out when would be the most ideal time for him to come home. She has been making baby blankets for others and he praises her as a benefactor.

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to darling Cherry

He mentions the influx of court martials lately. He also talks about the upcoming election and how the NY troops will support Lincoln absolutely. He mentions her Aunt Chara.

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to darling Cherry

He gives advice on how to deal with their son who has most likely been spoiled by her parents. He refers to Lotty Peck.

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to darling Cherry

He attended a reception of Queen Isabella. He then tells the story of a Mrs. Mallard the wife of a Master Mallard of the ship. He wanted her to go home with him so he smuggled her into his room, but the officers eventually found out. Written in...

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to darling Cherry

They were supposed to have sailed that morning if it weren't for the fog. They will be leaving Lisbon. He thinks they should be in Boston sometime in January. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

They are now bound for home. He mentions a few officers from the other vessels whose company he has greatly enjoyed. He advises her to discipline their son. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

An acquaintance went into the shoe manufacturing business but the Great Portland fire burnt up his business. The railroad that is to connect Lisbon with Madrid has been completed. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

The only attraction he notes is Italian opera. The Portuguese are obsessed with Faust. It is also the only cheap thing to do and the only thing he does frequently. He advises her on how to steer Jimmy clear of bad companions. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He attends a lavish naval funeral and describes the reception of the American expedition in Russia. He tells the story of the chief engineer of a party who lost his cap. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He describes more landmarks. He has a fondness for Portuguese and French institutions and describes the museum of anatomy, the zoological museum, Pantheon, the Luxembourg Palace and Versailles. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He explored the two city cemetaries. He describes them in great detail including the coffins and tombs of royalty. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

They may get to Boston later than he originally said. He thinks it would be better for her to live at home than travel around europe because it would be much more expensive. Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry

He tells her it is her business to stay home and take care of her baby. He suspects they may have ordered the ship home because their intention is to send the ship to the East Indies. He also tells her to spend the winter with Annie and David...

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to darling Cherry

He describes the Corrida de Leroz. Then he goes on to talk about bullfighting again. He is sorry to hear about her throat. He visits Badajoz, an old city in Spain. They also go to Alameda. Bullfighting is a theme that runs throughout the letter...

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Sketch of family ransacking a chest of drawers

Other side features anecdote about sketch.

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Mrs. Eugene C. Long

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to my darling wife

He is worried about Jimmy's weak limbs and advises his wife on how to deal with it. He explored Morris Island.

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to my darling wife

He has been sick with a headache and has been vomiting. He talks at length about disciplining Jimmy and how to deal with her parents who have other ideas on how to raise him.

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to my darling wife

He spends a great deal of time praising his wife for the majority of the letter.

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to my darling wife

They are patiently awaiting orders. He includes a sketch of a ship.

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Daily log, included within a letter

He is sorry for the death of Mrs. Chase. Everyone on board his ship is sick including the doctor so he is running the medical department. He tells the story of their rocky journey. Rest of manuscript reads like a daily log.

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to Angel Darling (wife)

He regrets that he could not be with her during their boy's most important years of growth. He is glad she got a reliable stove though it is a poor subsitute for a husband.

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to Darling Lovely Little Wife

Another letter of praise for his wife. He wishes he were there with her and imagines her sitting on his lap. He says she has a way with words that he does not.

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to my darling Wife

He has received her letter in which she tells him Jimmy has been ill. He wants to know all the details and whether he has now recovered. He tells her to talk to doctor and find out all the various causes.

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to my darling little Angel (wife)

He can't stand the thought of her needing him especially as he needs her. He is so isolated and kept apart from his wife and child. He asks her to write about herself more than anyone else.

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to darling Cherry

The Secretary of the Navy finally arrived, as well as the steamer Clyde with Jefferson Davis on board. Later he went on board the Santiago de Cuba and was introduced to the ladies of the party. Written at Charleston Harbor.

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to darling Cherry

He tries to give her words of encouragement towards being strong and happy apart from him. He then proceeds to sing her praises, as she has always done more than he anticipated as a wife. Written at Charleston Harbor.

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to Father (Horatio Wait)

He trying to decide whether or not a life at sea is for him. He describes the food. He visits a ship called the Three Brothers and sketches part of it in the margin. He tells the story of a horse going overboard.

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to My Dear Wait (Horatio)

He went aboard the St. Mary to visit James Wait. He is described as one of the brightest boys. He likes sea life but complains of lonliness.

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to My Dear Wait (Horatio)

He spent some time with Jimmy and discovered he had a good grasp of nautical information. He predicts Jimmy will take after his father and succeed.

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to My Dear Wait (Horatio)

He thinks Jimmy will learn more aboard the St. Mary than he would aboard a merchant vessel.

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to Sister Chara

She may come to New York soon. Lizzie had a baby girl. Includes letter from J.W Barker. Mostly illegible.

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to Mother

He tells the story of a captain who had his wife on board. She was very sick and he asked for ice to ease her pain but no one would give him so he left the ship and his wife later died.

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to ma cherie Marie

He thinks France is the greatest nation in the world next to the USA. He wishes whole heartedly that she could be with him. He sings the praises of Paris, including the architecture and the art.

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to wife

He describes the people of Paris, including the upper classes, the middle and lower classes and what he calls,a "Frenchy."

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to Mother

He has enclosed two currant leaves. He describes different flowers and his wife and baby's attitude toward them.

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Memorial to Chara Conant Wait

Hardcover. Horatio's wife. Includes memorials by Annie M. Hitchcock, Mary H. Loomis and Louise D. Sherman.

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to Mrs. Joseph Wait

On behalf of the Merchants Benevolent Association, Elijah T. Brown offers his condolences on the death of her husband.

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to Unknown

The author berates the recipient, calling him ungrateful, mean and lazy.

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to Mrs H. Wait

Informs her that the county clerk has not yet registered the mortgage.

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to Mother

Cherry has a severe cold and there was a bad winter storm. Maria is well.

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to Mrs. Harriet H. Wait

Informs her that the 4,000 held in trust has been invested in a Trust Deed.

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An Agreement between Harriet H. Wait and Edwin R. Mead

Concerning the ownership of some property and some furniture and other items contained within.

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Receipt for Mr. Wait

Received 4 dollars.

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Receipt for Mr. Wait

Received 35 dollars.

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Receipt for Mr. Joshua Wait

Received 30 dollars.

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to Chara

No year. Henry is well. John is mustering in and paying off soldiers. A Mrs. Higgins still has the cup she borrowed. They got a new sewing machine.

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to Mrs. Horatio Wait

He chastises her because she dropped a pair of her baby's gloves at the pastor's house and pretended they were hers.

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to Mrs. Horatio L. Wait

Year unreadable.

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Remains of a seal

Originally in an envelope.

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Calling card for Chara C. Long

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Photo of Maria A. Wait

Profile.

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Photo of Joseph Wait

He has a beard and wears a suit.

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Photo of Horatio L. Wait

He sits at his desk.

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Photo of Horatio L. Wait

A photo of him as an older man.

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Photo of Horatio L. Wait

He is in his military uniform.

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Photo of Horatio L. Wait

He is older.

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