1881

Gibson, Ella E., fl. 1881

Printed document

Title: [Card depicting the 8th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment's bald eagle, "Old Abe"]

With the story of "Old Abe" on the verso. The live eagle reportedly was brought on all the regiment's marches during its first three years. Gibson gives the "true history": Abe was captured by an Indian in 1861 and presented to an officer. In 1864 he was presented to Wisconsin's governor. He died in 1881 after being shown off at various fairs (including the Centennial Exposition) as a relic of the war. It also indicates that many pictures and pamphlets on Old Abe had been published by Gibson.

GLC03619.02.17

1887-1898

Printed document

Title: [Card of E.C. Cook]

Identifies Cook as Commander of the Phil Sheridan Post in Oak Park Illinois, which existed from 1887-1898. The card has a color medal insignia, with a flag and eagle.

GLC03619.02.18

31 March 1864

Frame, Adolphus B., 1840-?

Printed document signed

Title: Quarterly Return of Ordnance and Ordnance Stores Received, Issued, and Remaining on Hand

Partially printed return for Company I, 116th Infantry Regiment of Ohio for the first quarter of 1864. Among the items listed are 46 Springfield rifle muskets. Frame was then a 1st Lieutenant in the regiment. Tri-folded.

GLC03619.02.19

1861-1865

Envelope

Title: [Civil War Patriotic Postal Cover]

Depicts a woman sitting by the shore beside a shield with the American flag, a bushel of wheat, a sack of coins and a quiver with an ax in it. There is a ship visible in the ocean. In color. Envelope is not used.

GLC03619.02.20

1861-1865

Envelope

Title: [Civil War Patriotic Postal Cover]

Depicts a woman draped in a sheet with stars on it and holding a flag. An eagle sits beside her. Underneath it reads: "Our Union and Our Laws we must maintain And drive foul treason from our land again." Envelope is not used.

GLC03619.02.21

21 May 1854

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Discusses local Pennsylvania politics.

GLC05891.01

26 June 1854

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Discusses local Pennsylvania politics, elections for the United States Senate, and worries about the Whigs taking control of the state Legislature.

GLC05891.02

17 October 1854

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Discusses local Pennsylvania politics and an upcoming election, which he believes he can win.

GLC05891.03

19 February 1855

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Discusses local Pennsylvania politics and an election he hopes to win. Details the tactics of his enemies, and his plan to defeat them.

GLC05891.04

12 March 1855

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Discusses a recent election he has just lost. Believes his opponents defeated him only because of dubious practices, hopes for another election, and believes he will prevail in the long run.

GLC05891.05

6 August 1855

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Discusses White's financial situation.

GLC05891.06

18 August 1856

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Discusses upcoming elections, support of Fremont over Buchanan. Believes he can help Fremont win the election.

GLC05891.07

28 November 1856

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Asks White to make sure that a State Legislator votes for him in his upcoming bid for the Senate. Cameron believes "With his vote, I can essentially be elected." Cameron was successfully elected to the Senate that year. Written at "Lochiel," Cameron's estate.

GLC05891.08

30 April 1854

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Discusses politics, upcoming elections, and plans to use promises of political patronage to secure votes.

GLC05891.09

22 December 1862

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Discusses personal affairs, and does not expect to return to the Senate. Written at "Lochiel," Cameron's estate.

GLC05891.12

17 March 1862

Cameron, Simon, 1799-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert G. White

Promises to speak to Secretary of War Stanton about Captain Niles, and request his promotion. He had intended to promote Niles before he was forced to resign as Secretary of State. Written at "Lochiel," Cameron's estate. Captain Niles likely refers to Alanson Errick Niles.

GLC05891.13

February 13, 1863

Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866

Newspaper

Title: People's press. [Vol. 12, no. 41 (February 13, 1863)]

The Magruder Fleet, France & America. A report of the execution of 38 Native Americans in Minnesota includes details and description. A report of Yankee congressional decisions examines treatment of prisoners of war. A brief notice highlights a female soldier. A letter to the editor examines the confederate debt. An article details the navel engagement at Charleston.

GLC05959.27.04

20 March 1863

Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866

Newspaper

Title: People's press. [Vol. 12, no. 46 (March 20, 1863)]

Secretary Seward's Plan for Restoring the Union. An article describes a night's experience in a typical army camp, while another outlines the history of small pox. The remarks of Mr. Warren on a congressional bill are included. An article describes mail services in regards to contracts with the army. Notes from the habeas corpus case are published by request of the chief justice, as are congressional minutes.

GLC05959.27.05

24 April 1863

Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866

Newspaper

Title: People's press. [Vol. 12, no. 51 (April 24, 1863)]

Conscripting Negroes, Yankee Account of Attack on Charleston, Defeat of General Pegram. An editorial responds to the suspension of habeas corpus and the loss of personal liberty. Minutes from an important Democratic meeting in New York include resolutions for peace, and minutes from the Confederacy congress are printed here. More brief editorials examine the reality of peace. An article reports Mississippi's reactions to the war. Lincoln's proclamation requesting a special day of fast and prayer is printed.

GLC05959.27.06

22 May 1863

Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866

Newspaper

Title: People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 3 (May 22, 1863)]

Particulars of Vallandigham's Arrest, T.J. Jackson's Last Moment, Reaction to Hooker's Retreat. An editorial from the Richmond Enquirer examines the purpose of the war from a Northern perspective. An article describes the recusant conscription of a millwright, discussing exemptions to conscription. Another article describes the injury and death of General T.J. Jackson. A long list includes casualties in several regiments as well wounded soldiers.

GLC05959.27.07

12 June 1863

Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866

Newspaper

Title: People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 6 (June 12, 1863)]

Yankee Slave System in Louisiana, Breakdown of Yankee Troops in the Field, Fight at Port Hudson. A petition concerning slavery on sugar estates is printed, including statistics and letters from various plantation owners and agents. Another statistical article examines the numbers of troops each state has enlisted. An article announces the arrest of a spy woman. Several reports from around the country reveal local action.

GLC05959.27.08

19 June 1863

Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866

Newspaper

Title: People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 7 (June 19, 1863)]

Vicksburg, Yankee Spy in Nassau. Observations of a Yankee spy who traded for southern cotton are printed. Two articles discuss running the blockade, and two other articles discuss an important habeas corpus case. The minutes of a peace convention in New York City are included. A long article reports the cavalry fight near Brandy Station.

GLC05959.27.09

26 June 1863

Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866

Newspaper

Title: People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 8 (June 26, 1863)]

Details from Vicksburg, The Fall of Puebla, The Battle of Chanellorsville in England. The Confederate Treasurer sends out a circular about governmental payments and currency. An editorial expresses the idea that war is unending and true independence is impossible. Articles examine battles in other wars, including Puebla and Chancellorsville in England. Several articles describe local battles.

GLC05959.27.10

17 July 1863

Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866

Newspaper

Title: People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 11 (July 17, 1863)]

Great Battle at Gettysburg, Bombardment of Vicksburg. Notes from General Toombs's state of the country report are printed. Several articles examine different facets of the Battle of Vicksburg, as well as a Confederate account of the Battle of Gettysburg. A short article discusses how to obey orders.

GLC05959.27.11

24 July 1863

Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866

Newspaper

Title: People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 12 (July 24, 1863)]

Vice-President Stephens at Fortress Monroe, Great Riot in New York - Conscription Register, Raid on Wytheville. An article describes a lightning incident. Several articles report war activity, and congressional election results are noted. A long article describes a riot in New York City, including the beating of several black people. An editorial examines a new militia law.

GLC05959.27.12