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circa 1863-1864

Kellogg, Dr., fl. 1863-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eliakim P. Scammon

Writes to Brigadier General Scammon of the 23rd Ohio telling him to start out tomorrow and advises him to stop at Camp Piatt, West Virginia, on the way. Signature is somewhat illegible but possibly Dr. Kellogg.

GLC02414.174

circa 1863-1864

Hayes, Rutherford B., 1822-1893

Manuscript telegram

Title: to Eliakim P. Scammon

First telegram is written from Gauley, West Virginia by Hayes advising that they will try to keep ready but that three companies are at Tompkins Farm. The second telegram is written by Reuben L. Nye, Captain and Judge Advocate to Scammon asking if there is further testimony available in the case of a man named Powers, who stole a horse. Asks who arrested him.

GLC02414.175

circa 1862

Manuscript document

Title: Inventory of furniture

List of furniture in the General's Office, the Quarter Master's Office, the dining room, and the kitchen. Lists items like tables, sofa, plates, soup tureen, salt cellars, etc. and also three beds with bedding. No date. List is the same as GLC 2414.178 but is not identified as belonging to Mrs. Manson, as .178 is.

GLC02414.177

circa 1862

Manuscript document

Title: Inventory of furniture belonging to Mrs. Manson

List of furniture and utensils belonging to a Mrs. Manson that was retained for the use of the 3rd Provisional Brigade, General Eliakim P. Scammon's unit. Lists furniture and other items in the General's office, Quarter Master's Office, dining room, kitchen and beds with bedding. List is the same as GLC 2414.177, though .177 is identified only as an inventory of furniture.

GLC02414.178

circa 1862

Manuscript document

Title: Inventory of furniture and utensils belonging to Mrs. Manson-retained for the use of the 3rd Prov Brigade

List of furniture and utensils belonging to a Mrs. Manson that was retained for the use of the 3rd Provisional Brigade, Colonel Eliakim Scammon's unit. Lists furniture and other items with the number of each and the value. List is the same as GLC 2414.177, and GLC 2414.178. On page two is a short list of items specifically for Colonel Scammon, including a washstand, bowl and pitcher, arm chair, and a small looking glass.

GLC02414.179

February 1, 1862

Manuscript document

Title: [Bill of sundries for Mrs. Tyre]

"List of property taken from Mrs. E.A. Tyre --- at different times, since the 15th of November 1861 by the 3rd Provl Brigade." Lists includes one horse, 20 sheep, 6 hogs, wagons, wheat, flax and other sundries. Eliakim P. Scammon was Colonel of the 3rd Brigade.

GLC02414.180

15 May 1864

Hancock, Winfield Scott, 1824-1886

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Seth Williams

Recommends three Colonels for promotion to Brigadier General and two Brigadier Generals for promotion to Major General. One of the officers he recommends is Colonel Nelson Appleton Miles.

GLC02462.09.01

January 11,1863

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister Mamie

Mentions receipt of socks, gloves and diary from home. References Battle of Fredericksburg, Union Commander William S. Rosecrans and the Battle of Murfreesboro. Also comments on General W. T. Brooks' thoughts on the 2nd Regiment and their courage during the Battle of Sharpsburg. Describes his feelings towards General George B. McClellan whom he admires greatly. Written from Camp at Belle Plain Landing, Virginia.

GLC03523.18.02

January 12, 1863

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister Mamie

Provides an illustration and description of Union and Confederate battle formations including skirmish lines, lines of battle for infantry, batteries, and reserves. Mentions his promotion to orderly sergeant, and details the duties associated with this job. Describes his camp at Belle Plain Landing in Virginia, where this letter was written.

GLC03523.18.03

15 May 1863

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister Mamie

Discusses the Second Battle of Fredericksburg and the death of his tent mate who was "shot dead after we gained the [Marye's] heights." Wishes "the President would put his conscription in force for one million of men…and make putting down the rebelion the business of the nation…" Written from "Camp Near White Oak Church, Virginia."

GLC03523.18.04

4 June 1863

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister Mamie

Expresses his disappointment over Hooker's decision to attend a ball at the headquarters of General A. P. Howe. Provides a full description of a brigade dress-parade.

GLC03523.18.05

2 April 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to parents

Requests that his parents collect his town bounty from the town treasury. Encourages them to move and open a store in West Lebanon, New Hampshire. Also includes a quote from David Crocket: "be sure you are right then go ahead." Comments on the weather and a recent horse race. Mentions the resignation of Colonel James H. Walbridge and new commander Lieutenant Colonel Stone. Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.06

22 April 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to mother

Provides orderly duties and specific orders received from Captain Orville Bixby. Details work including the completion of muster rolls and vouchers. Mentions clothing, books and monthly returns. Inquires about town bounty, state pay, and the opening of the store. Encloses photographs (not present) and lists names of those photographed. Mentions that Lieutenant General Ulysses Grant was not at the review of the corps, and that he did not "see our great General." Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.07

3 May 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to mother

Expresses confidence in General Ulysses S. Grant's current plans and prays that "God may grant that this campaign may end this Hydra headed rebellion and cause the people of the south to see the error of their ways and return to their aliegance." Prepares for a five-day march. Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.08

13 May 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to parents

Describes fighting during Wilderness Campaign and the death of Captain Orville Bixby. Lists casualties and includes a description of battle. Praises and gives thanks to God for sparing his life during fighting, and provides an account of being struck when a "spent ball hit my leg but did not disable me." Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.09

16 May 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to parents

Discusses "very hard fighting" in recent battles, and lists the names of the men from the regiment killed in action. Most likely referencing the battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse that occurred on 12 May, though this is not indicated in the letter. Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.10

24 March 1864