29 May 1783

Ten Eyck, Henry, fl. 1777-1783

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Provision return for two prisoners]

Also signed by John Lillie of the A. W. Camp. Covers the period of one day. Contains a note on page two signed by John Waid, who confirms receipt of rations.

GLC02437.09747

28 May 1783

Douglass, Richard, fl. 1783

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Provision return for two prisoners]

Also signed by Samuel Shaw. Covers the period of one day. Contains a note on page two written by [Ebeneezer] Gilbert, who confirms receipt of rations.

GLC02437.09748

30 May 1783

Betts, Stephen, fl. 1783

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Provision return for two prisoners]

Also signed by John Lillie. Covers the period of one day. Contains a note on page two written by [Thornes] Willimas, who confirms receipt of rations.

GLC02437.09750

19 August 1783

Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests 20 pounds of bread for General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09752

20 August 1783

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests eight pounds of bread for General Henry Knox's family. Includes "M G Knox" on the verso.

GLC02437.09753

31 May 1783

Autograph document signed

Title: [Provision return for two prisoners]

Also signed by John Lillie. Covers the period of one day. Contains a note on page two written by Edward [Field], who confirms receipt of rations.

GLC02437.09754

14 September 1783

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests 20 pounds of bread for General Henry Knox's family. Directed to a "Mr Province."

GLC02437.09756

24 September 1783

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests 20 pounds of bread for General Henry Knox's family. Directed to a "Mr Province."

GLC02437.09757

27 September 1783

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests 20 pounds of bread for General Henry Knox's family. Directed to a "Mr Province."

GLC02437.09758

20 September 1783

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests 20 pounds of bread for General Henry Knox's family. Directed to a "Mr Province."

GLC02437.09760

30 September 1783

Doughty, John, 1754-1826

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests 20 pounds of bread for General Henry Knox. Directed to a "Mr Province."

GLC02437.09761

1 October 1783

Doughty, William, fl. 1783

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests supplies for General Henry Knox. Contains a note on page two written by Josiah Thing who confirms receipt of rations. Directed to William Bell.

GLC02437.09762

2 October 1783

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Manuscript document

Title: [Request]

Requests six pounds of soap for General Henry Knox's family. Contains a note on page two confirming receipt of rations. Directed to William Bell.

GLC02437.09763

2 October 1783

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests 12 pounds of bread and 20 pounds of beef for General Henry Knox's family. Contains a note on page two from Jacob Johnson who confirms receipt of rations. Directed to William Bell.

GLC02437.09764

7 October 1783

Lillie, John, 1755-1801

Autograph document signed

Title: [Request]

Requests 12 pounds of bread and 12 pounds of beef for General Henry Knox's family. Contains a note on page two from Jacob Johnson who confirms receipt of rations. Directed to William Bell.

GLC02437.09765

17 September 1788

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript document

Title: [Notes]

Notes from a meeting of the inhabitants of Thomaston, Maine regarding payments and deeds.

GLC02437.10420

circa April 1776

Newell, Eliphalet, 1735-?

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Pay abstract]

Pay abstract for Captain Eliphalet Newell's company of the artillery, for the months of February to April 1776.

GLC02437.10438

8 January 1864

Wheeler, Lysander, 1837-1917

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents, brother-in-law, and sister

Writes that the weather is very cold and has been as low as nineteen degrees below zero. Complains of the lack of fire wood provided for the soldiers. Reports that Major [Everell Fletcher] Dutton of Sycamore, Illinois has returned to the regiment. Asks that he be sent a pocket handkerchief, towel, and ointment.

GLC07460.068

January 31, 1864

Wheeler, Lysander, 1837-1917

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents, brother-in-law, and sister

Writes that he is about to march for Alabama. Notes that their equipment is packed and ready as are the troops who are ready to "tramp for freedom through mudholes and over mountains." His boots, however, are worn through. States that he had been sick while writing his previous letter. He has since gotten better though he is not very "stout." The doctor has told him that he can do as he pleases and suggested he guard the cars as the army moved. He would be allowed to ride for part of the time until his health improved. Notes that the army will not march until Thursday morning.

GLC07460.069

December 20, 1860

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: to sister Ella

Written on the day South Carolina seceded from the Union. Jokingly writes that he dreamt of being at a party with agreeable young ladies, but was abruptly awakened when he fell off his chair. Reports of strong Union feelings in Washington City amidst the secession of South Carolina. States that he infrequently visits the White House and has yet to see the East Room. He has received an invitation to visit Senator Simon Cameron, but has yet to reply. Complains of poor weather and asks Ellen to forgive him for such an "uninteresting letter."

GLC02016.001

December 25, 1860

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: to sister Kate

Letter is entitled "My Christmas gift to Kate". Describes his walk down Pennsylvania Avenue during the Christmas shopping season. Visits the navy yard and barracks with his friend Russ and remarks that Uncle Sam does not consider Christmas a holiday, as soldiers were on duty Christmas morning. States that there are many printers in the city without jobs. Reports that "the South Carolina delegation withdrew very quietly."

GLC02016.002

January 14,1861

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: to sister Ella

States that there is a growing number of disunionists in the city: "the disease is evidently beyond the control of mortal man." Fears that Washington City will be stormed if Virginia and Maryland secede. Reports that the ship "The Brooklyn" has left for Charleston and is one of the most effective ships in the service. Expresses his dislike for a speech given by Senator William H. Seward which Painter attended. Despite his personal opinion, the speech was well received by the public. Writes that Jefferson Davis is to be the commander of the Southern Army and Senator Hunter, president.…

GLC02016.003

30 October 1862

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes that they crossed from Maryland into Virginia and are now camped between the Potomac River and Bull Run. States that their mission is to control the gaps of the Blue Ridge Mountains to prevent the rebels from advancing any further towards Washington, D.C. Reports that the main Union army is within nine miles of Winchester, Virginia. Thinks he could try to get a furlough but states it "will cost a great deal and be of little use." He would rather use that money to buy land for his wife Amanda and her baby instead of a few hours at home. Writes that he would have been promoted if he had…

GLC03523.13.063

14 November 1862

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry near Waterloo on the Rappahannock River to his wife. Writes that since her last letter they have marched a long way and are waiting for orders to move forward to Richmond, Virginia. Notes that General George McClellan has been replaced by General Ambrose Burnside. Hopes that General Burnside is better then General McClellan; if not the Union should give up the fight. Also notes that there has been little fighting with none killed and only a few wounded. Has received a letter from Mr. [Baldwin] which pleases him greatly as he considers Mr. [Baldwin…

GLC03523.13.065

20 April 1861

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Johnny and Heber Buyers

Letter addressed to his nephews, Johnny and Heber. He wishes he could see them more often. Tells his nephew to be kind to the new baby so as to set a good example. Reports that the boys' father is doing well and sends his love. Written in Camp Hamilton, first named Camp Troy. .

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