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Letter of introduction fro George Jr. Langbeim.

GLC07705.076

to Father

He will most certainly be going to Richmond again and mentions that cousin James was wounded in the battle of Fair Oaks.

GLC07705.078

to Father

He encloses a receipt for the two certificates. On his way to Richmond.

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to Father

He writes they are to embark at 6 am and their destination is unknown.

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to Father

He mentions highlights from the recent journey. once they arrived he was the first to get a pass in Norfolk and describes the town.

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to Father

Mentions the Watsons.

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to Father

He compares Norfolk to New York and points out their similarities. He writes that Portsmouth is much smaller than New York but much prettier. He notes that today is his birthday.

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to Father

He will go to Newport News before going to Richmond. He celebrated his 18th birthday.

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to Father

He lists all the regiments comprising the division of Gen. Burnside. He asks his father to see Evarts and procure a comission for him.

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to Father

He mentions that his father recently took a trip around Central Park with a wounded officer. He also heard that an officer from his regiment called at the house when his father was absent. Heasks his father if he saw Burnside when he was in New York.

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to Father

He received orders to pack up and leave within a half hour. He got paid and will send $25 or $30.

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to Father

He expected to go up to Harrison's landing but ended up anchored to Fortress Monroe.

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to Father

He describes the encampment scene on the banks of Rappahanock. He writes that some men will come face to face with the enemy and they are all delighted with this.

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to Father

He mentions an old friend who he found out had been wounded and taken prisoner near RIchmond.

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to Father

He writes of the new recruits that will be coming in and admonishes those who try to pay their way out of serving their country.

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to Father

Though they haven't seen any rebels, writes that if he does he will not take him prisoner but kill him. Cavalry and artillery arrived from Harrison recently. He describes the beautiful scenery and mentions Charlie.

GLC07705.092

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Benny Weegan, and describes her whole day. She also suggests they try new restaurants, etc.

GLC09414.0318

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia notes that it has been nine months since she said goodbye to Moe, goes over where he is now versus where he was.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about the movies, and mentions Alice, Al, and Archer.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Mad, and responds to Moe's letters.

GLC09414.0321

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that she has bought a copy of a French newspaper.

GLC09414.0322

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Ruth and Bess, and goes to the dentist.

GLC09414.0323

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia's father came home only to have a relapse. He had to be taken to the hospital again.

GLC09414.0324

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talked with her parents of their future.

GLC09414.0325

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that her father is still ill and Mad got a Mexican divorce.

GLC09414.0326