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Wm L. Oakes The Old house

List of family members written on verso.

GLC03136.117.01

[Copy of Wm L. Oaks The Old house]

GLC03136.117.02

Col. Leonard Fisk Muzzy

Written on verso "Named for Admiral Fisk taken in 1863 in camp. Wm. Harley Muzzy, Kate Cora Muzzy Oakes, Robert C Muzzy in chair"

GLC03136.118

[Sail boat on water]

GLC03136.119.02

[Oakes Family grave]

Collateral items of 6 photographs taken of the Oakes family grave, including Sylvanus P. Oakes, Kate Oakes, William L. Oakes, Margaret A Oakes.

GLC03136.122

to Father

He arrives in Albany and travels from Albany to Troy. Then he took a train and described the scenery as "splendid." He gives his address where he will receive mail.

GLC07705.001

to Father

He makes stops in Crowne Point, Port Henry and a place called "Maria." He describes Maria as a great place for hunting and fishing. At one point they camped in a deserted log hut.

GLC07705.002

to Father

He stayed in a house owned by a Mr. Barlow and developed a terrible toothache and had to see the doctor. Then he went sailing and visited Rattle Snake Mountain.

GLC07705.003

to Father

He is about to leave Rikers Island and assures his father he is safe and leaves him some instructions. He wants him to call after his weekly salary. He writes he could not rest "until I took and shouldered my musket in defence of my country."

GLC07705.004

to Father

He currently has excellent accomodations. He expects to get to the city by Sunday and is enjoying good health.

GLC07705.005

to Father

He will call on his father when he reaches the city. He wants to know the details of his interview with Mr. Choate.

GLC07705.006

to Father

He is glad to finally be leaving Rikers Island, and says he would have deserted if they had been there one more week. Once they reach Fort Monroe, everyone will have to have a rifle. He insists his father draw his pay every month as it will be of no...

GLC07705.007

to Father

He writes that he is very busy and cannot write much now but will write a long letter soon.

GLC07705.008

to Father

He briefly outlines a battle that took place at Bethel where the enemy was 8,000 strong. They expect them to attack again. the union lays siege with 10,000 federal troops.

GLC07705.009

to Father

Lately the accomodations are very bad and he begs his father to entreat his discharge and promises never to enlist again.

GLC07705.010

to Father

Once again asks his father to writer to the Colonel asking for his discharge. He thinks he can get it because he is underage.

GLC07705.011

to Father

He begs his father to get him discharged on account of his age.

GLC07705.012

to Father

He thanks his father for his kind letter and for writing to the Secretary for his discharge. Sorry to hear his father feels bad about it.

GLC07705.013

to Father

He writes about the capture of four Lousiana Zouaves and a secession flag. He thinks his father has a better chance of getting his discharge if he applies to the magistrate on a writ of Habeus Corpus.

GLC07705.014

to Father

He thanks him for all he is doing to try to get his discharge, but says he does not want his father to feel bad if he does not succeed.

GLC07705.015

to Father

He no longer cares whether he goes home or not. Says he was only homesick and has grown accustomed to his circumstances.

GLC07705.016

to Father

A gun-boat called Penguin lies there for the purpose of watching the movements of the enemy. He heard the sound of muskets firing while at brigade drill. He later learned it was a sham battle between regiments.

GLC07705.017

to Father

Since General Wool took over, things have improved greatly, down to the cook. He witnessed a naval battle between the Frigate Savannah and a Secession gun-boat. He writes that he received more clothes including a regular's fatigue suit. He now longs...

GLC07705.018

to Father

He anticipates that they will move to Fort Clark on Saturday and tells him not to write until he hears from him first.

GLC07705.019

to Father

He writes that he really likes this life and would like it even more if he were fighting...reminds him to call on John's sister.

GLC07705.020

to Father

Written onboard a steamer. He describes Fort Hattera where they met two schooners on their way to Philadelphia. They have captured five vessels since the boys have been there. He describes the island as the one that Robinson Crusoe lived on. The...

GLC07705.021

to Father

They are in possession of Fort Clark. He describes it as dreary and desolate, just like Coney Island. There are no inhabitants for five miles except mosquitos, but well populated five or six miles from the mainland. got a pass and explored. The...

GLC07705.022

to Father

He saw an English vessel and a ship from Cuba called the Neptune's Car headed for Philadelphia. He is enclosing this letter in a box of shells. Written at Fort Clark.

GLC07705.023

to Father

One of their boats, the Fanny, was captured and the crew was taken unaware near Roanoke Island. Written at Fort Clark.

GLC07705.024

to Father

The post master came and delivered his salary up to Sept. 1. later he tells the dramatic story of how they rescued the Indiana men from the boat, the Fanny. Written at Fort Clark.

GLC07705.025

to A. Leonard

contains two letters both from E. Storrs. Second one dated 26 July 1863

GLC09182.11

to friend

GLC09182.12

to Henry

GLC09182.13

to father and mother

stamp on last page, "Department of the Interior Pension Office APR 16 1877"

GLC09182.14

to Corin

GLC09182.15

to Bymers

GLC09182.16

to A. G. Hart

GLC09182.17

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Paul and Joyce, Rose and Bess.

GLC09414.0284

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia attends a party.

GLC09414.0285

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia recounts her morning and how she discovered that the D-Day invasion had occurred. She mentions the crowds around newspaper booths and the quiet on the train as everyone read about the events.

GLC09414.0286

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says there are issues with receiving mail, and mentions Irving Davidson.

GLC09414.0287

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes a visit to her parents, and ongoing issues with mail.

GLC09414.0288

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Marge, Adele, Jimmy, Pepi and parents.

GLC09414.0289

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia complains about the mail again, is glad that he is kept busy, misses him.

GLC09414.0290

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia tried a new Russian restaurant, and goes to a new doctor.

GLC09414.0291

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about how nice the weather is, and refers to a letter of Moe's about English pastures.

GLC09414.0292

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions the location of the new office she will be working at in Harlem, as well as how different the neighborhood is from what she is used to.

GLC09414.0293

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions her activities with draft board. Also that her Father is ill.

GLC09414.0294

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about father's illness.

GLC09414.0295

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about a union function where she heard a lecture on race and politics.

GLC09414.0296

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says her family received letter from Pepi saying she's coming come because she split from Willie.

GLC09414.0297

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about the erratic weather, and mentions that she saw Margie and Joe.

GLC09414.0298

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia finally received all of Moe's letters and immediately responds to them all.

GLC09414.0299

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia received more of Moe's letters, and responds to each one.

GLC09414.0300

to Father

There is a change in command. They are losing Gen. Wool who will no doubt be missed by all. This will change their whole schedule which he lists for his father starting at 5 am. He writes that he caught a deserter and earned extra money.

GLC07705.026

to Father

He left their last camp because it was an unhealthy place and a lot of the boys were getting sick. He would like to go to Virginia or N. Carolina next.

GLC07705.027

to Father

He writes he will be forwarding most of his pay and provides a list of things he wants his father to send him from home. There is fighting amonst the officials over who is appointed where and by whom. One of the Captains resigned and said he would...

GLC07705.028

to Father

He writes there is a great number of sea shells to collect. He wants to know what the people in New York think of his regiment. Then tells his father not to worry if he is taken prisoner. If he ever meets a secessionist "I will not try to take him...

GLC07705.029

to Father

No news. A large mail came but there was nothing from his father. He will write another letter later.

GLC07705.030

to Father

He is glad his father put the money he sent to good use...has a gripe with Mr. Choate. thinks he does not deserve to be paid back and doesn't understand why he doesn't fight for his country. He quotes from a letter of him that illustrates why he...

GLC07705.031

to Father

Possibly included with GLC07705.033

He tells his father not to send any more clothes until he writes for them and is glad that Capt. Bernard was discharged.

GLC07705.032

to Father

Possibly included with GLC07705.032

Includes a sketch of a windmill.

GLC07705.033

to Father

He describes the weather but then says he has nothing to write about. He is currently helping to build barracks. Then describes two rebel propellers that shot at their boats.

GLC07705.034

to Father

He writes he is one of the best drilled men in the regiment and can stand a rigid examination. He seeks the officer recommendation for a commission.

GLC07705.035

to Father

He tells him to pay Mr. Choate what he owes when he gets paid. They have removed to Camp Windfield..

GLC07705.036

to Father

Thanks him for the picture of himself before he enlisted. Then describes his regiment flag and asks his father why he isn't using the money he sent

GLC07705.037

to Father

They are still building the fort while waiting for the rebel to attack. He regrets they were not in New York for New Year's. He intends to send him most of his pay.

GLC07705.038

to Father

There is a rumor of their intended departure on Gen. Burnside's expedition which is strengthened by the arrival or 2 or 3 light draught gun boats daily. Everyone has been preparing by making requisitons for extra ammunition and equipment. He insists...

GLC07705.039

to Father

It is now a reality that they will go on General Burnside's expedition. He requests several newspapers.

GLC07705.040

to Father

Burnside's expedition will have them travelling on the Staten Island Ferry. They will be the advance guard, set to attack Roanoke Island, then onto Norfolk, North Carolina...15,000 to 20,000 men on board the vessels.

GLC07705.041

to Father

They experienced hurricane-like weather. Now it seems as though they won't go on Burnside's expedition but will keep his father posted

GLC07705.042

to Father

He finally got an acknowledgement from his father that the money he sent was received. Yesterday they had the monthly inspection of the troops' quarters.

GLC07705.043

to Father

He finally received orders to pack up and leave for Burnside's expedition. They will be aboard the Spaulding. He writes he may not hear from him for sometime, but tells him not to worry.

GLC07705.044

to Father

Their regiment has captured Roanoke Island (50 pieces of artillery and over 2000 prisoners). Next they go to Raleigh. He received his pay again and sent most of it to his father.

GLC07705.045

to Father

written over, cannot be read. Written aboard the steamer "Virginia".

GLC07705.046

to Father

He embarked on board a gun boat named Commodore Barney whose sole mission was to burn down a railroad bridge. Hedescribes a somewhat eventful journey and encampment. Written aboard the steamer "Virginia".

GLC07705.047

to Father

He writes of the difficulty of staying in contact. He is glad that he has survived a severe battle. He lists all the people he has not heard from in a while.Written aboard the steamer "Virginia"

GLC07705.048

to Father

They have now been ordered to garrison on Roanoke. He describes his quarters in great detail.

GLC07705.049

to Father

He writes of an intimate acquaintance of his that was recently promoted.

GLC07705.050

to Father

He remarks upon the newspapers his father has sent him that include articles about recent battles. A particular editorial has him riled...their regiment received a beautiful new flag.

GLC07705.051

to Father

He is glad that his father received the $35. He regrets that there is no news and is forced to write a short letter.

GLC07705.052

to Father

He writes that since Roanoke was taken, hundreds of slaves have left their masters and sought protection from the Union and are now employed by the government.

GLC07705.053

to Father

They were ordered to embark on board the gun boat "Virginia." They anchored where they found a house and a man with a truce flag. 25 or 30 men came out which they took as prisoners. They all got new uniforms.

GLC07705.054

to Father

He enjoyed the Chaplain's lecture. He is going to Elizabeth City next.

GLC07705.055

to Father

General Johnston has been reported dead. He believes Jefferson Davis will soon meet his fate. Mentions Mr. Watson.

GLC07705.056

to Father

He gives a detailed account of the Battle of River Bridge. A close friend of his , William, is killed in battle. In total they lost 12 or 15 men.

GLC07705.057

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia goes to the movies with Bess, and answers a couple of his letters.

GLC09414.0301

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Includes sketches showing where Sylvia goes, and what she does all day, equivalent to a comic strip.

GLC09414.0302

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Joe, Marge and Ben.

GLC09414.0303

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia played with a Ouija Board with Bess and Ruth

GLC09414.0304

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia explains why she couldn't meet Pepi at the station.

GLC09414.0305

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia asks if Moe would like certain books, as she will send them but says it is too difficult to send a particular type of hair tonic that he likes.

GLC09414.0306

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions the hot weather, and answers more of his letters.

GLC09414.0307

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions her dad's skin ailment again.

GLC09414.0308

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia went to a French restaurant, and visited her father.

GLC09414.0309

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes the landscape, and visits her father again.

GLC09414.0310

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia to visit father in the hospital again.

GLC09414.0311

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about yard work, and how she wants to go to the movies.

GLC09414.0312

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes a day at Brighton Beach.

GLC09414.0313

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia tells Moe she is worried because he is now in France.

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