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to John Weeks

Explains why he has taken so long to write. Discusses an incident where a man shot a fellow soldier in the head by mistake. Writes that they are going to be paid soon.

GLC06728.077

to Frank

Writes about various soldiers in the regiment including the death of Jimmy Haslehurst, the man who was accidentally shot by a fellow soldier (see letter #77). Reports that a large number of recruits have come to the regiment of which company "K" has...

GLC06728.078

to Frank

Apologizes for not being able to write. Writes that he became very sick and applied for furlough shortly after an order had been issued to furlough all soldiers (from Illinois) in hospital that were unfit for field service. He also writes about...

GLC06728.079

to Frank

Updates his friend on the events concerning the regiment since November of 1864. Writes that K company got into two brawls where men were missing, wounded, or killed. Discusses regimental deaths at the battle of Nashville and personnel promotions.

GLC06728.081

to Frank

Writes about his visit to company 36th's encampment. Also writes that he is now working as a military telegraph operator in Athens. Reports on the regimental casualties of the last battle.

GLC06728.082

to Frank

Discusses his trip from Huntsville to Bull's Gap. Reports on an accident on the railroad cars where one man was badly injured. Writes that there are about 25 miles of railroad tracks to fix after General Stoneman tore them up. Informs Weeks about...

GLC06728.083

to Frank

Writes that in addition to telegraph operator and Adams express agent, he is also acting as rail road agent. He writes that he would not trade his current position for any commission in the regiments. Promises to reply to a letter Frank sent him...

GLC06728.084

to Miss Wright

Gives his friend some sarcastic advice on life.

GLC06728.085

Poem entitled Pea Ridge Battle

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to John Weeks

Asks Weeks why it has taken him so long to respond to Pratt's letter. He is anxious to hear from other soldiers especially "old comrades". Has begun to take a liking to the south, especially Texas. Encloses three dollars for a blanket, pencil &...

GLC06728.087

to John Weeks

Discusses some crop business and an unknown woman who "is not entitled to respect from anyone".

GLC06728.088

to John Weeks

Gives Weeks "permission" to call her at any time he deems proper.

GLC06728.089

to John Weeks

Writes that she will not be available at Weeks' request, as her brother has been sick. Also included is a poem written by John Weeks.

GLC06728.090

to Lizzie Wright

Writes a friendly yet somewhat romantic letter which includes a three stanza poem.

GLC06728.091

to his cousins

Announces that he will be arriving in Clyde next Wednesday eve to visit with his cousins.

GLC06728.092

to his brother and sister

Writes that he has sent Libbie her money. Discusses stocks and family members. Provides a list of travel expenses. The letter is continued on November 9th and contains more news of traveling, family, and friends.

GLC06728.093

to his brother John

Discusses getting a new horse form his brother John.

GLC06728.094

to John Weeks

Informs Weeks that Surgeons D.W. Young and Hawley are dead. Suggests that Weeks write to George Biddulph for information regarding an assistant surgeon. Lists the names of four soldiers of Company K living in the area, including himself.

GLC06728.096

to John Weeks

Writes that he has been trying to get Captain Adams' address but hasn't been successful. Expresses his surprise that he and other soldiers have lived to tell stories of what they experienced during the war. Advises Weeks to contact Captain Adams in...

GLC06728.097

to John Weeks

Written on Chicago and Northwestern Railway Co. stationery. Writes that he does remember Weeks contracting measles in Rolla and again after the battle of Pea Ridge. Informs Weeks of Captain Adams' address.

GLC06728.098

to John Weeks

Confirms that Weeks contracted the measles while in service. Asks that Weeks send him any papers requiring his signature.

GLC06728.099

to John Weeks

Writes that he has filled out his recollections of Weeks' case (referring to Weeks contracting the measles while in service). Also writes that John P. Lenhart is willing to make an affidavit on Weeks' behalf. Asks that Weeks return the same favor...

GLC06728.100

to John Weeks

Writes that he has forgotten exactly what Weeks' disability was but thinks it was loss of speech due to measles. Asks that Weeks fill out the affidavit with the details of his illness

GLC06728.101

to Theodore Rea

Writes to Rea regarding affidavits for his disability. States that he has received affidavits from Al Taft and George Mordoff. Includes a response from Rea stating that he can attest to Weeks disabilities.

GLC06728.103

to Theodore Rea

A partial letter most likely included with letter #103. Written in Weeks' hand writing; this letter appears to be a standard statement of the content Weeks wanted included in the affidavits in support of his application for pension.

GLC06728.104