5 October 1863

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father, Mother, Brother, Sister

They took the railroad to Brashies City. They will have about 200 miles to march. He requests socks.

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11 November 1863

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father, Mother, Brother, Sister

The Rebels acknowledged a loss of 200 men while their side did not lose more than 20, but many were captured and wounded. He gives suggestions for boots and an overcoat he wants made for him.

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23 December 1863

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Parents

He is now in Texas. He briefly descibes the sea journey which brought him there. The water they drink is quite brackish. But the boys seem to be good health nonetheless. Written along Matagorda Bay in Texas.

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16 January 1864

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Parents

He has gained quite a bit of weight since he first went into the army. So far the Texas Rebel cavalry have lost 100 men. The report is that they are now evacuating Galveston.

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6 February 1864

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Parents

He went to the army church and enjoyed it immensely. They recently built a new fort and two companies have to sleep in it every night to be ready for an attack, but he is not alarmed, he does not think the Rebels would be dumb enough to attack.

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13 February 1864

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Parents

The duty is heavy and the rations are short lately so the boys grumble. SOmetimes the soldiers go foraging for food like chickens

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22 February 1864

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Parents

He refers to a John who complains for no reason and does not know what soldiering really is. He has a cushy, well-paid job and knows nothing nothing of the daily life of a soldier.

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6 March 1864

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Parents

He describes being sea sick on the St. Mary. They landed and there is much washing going on, so he can't write much. Some say they will move again tomorrow.

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2 April 1864

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister Maria

He tells her how they came across a sugar mill with plenty of sugar and molasses. He does not expect to see her until his term of service expires. There will be another move.

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10 April 1864

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

Fort Spanish was evacuated after a siege of 12 days and capturing 500 prisoners and 33 pieces of cannon. The next morning they marched and soon they ran into heavy musketry. Their men were charging the fort. Over 3000 men were taken prisoner.

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4 June 1864

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He talks of how the newspaper falsely reported the details of a battle. Gen. Moulton was killed during the battle. This morning the news is good: Gen. Grant is confident of capturing Richmond. He says the Rebels have brought everything on themselves.

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7 June 1864

Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

A fellow soldier, Bob, has something wrong with one of his legs and this will affect marching. Their lieutinant has applied for a furlough and if he gets it, he can visit them.

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4 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph document signed

Title: [Document granting Wyman Stone a furlough]

Furlough document includes illustrated envelope of a woman sewing beneath the flag and newspaper clipping relating to the interment of Mrs. Winthrop E. Stone, wife of a former Purdue president.

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1861

Hawkes, George P., fl. 1861

Autograph note signed

Title: to Col. Maggis and Col. Morse

3 notes. One addressed to Col. Maggis requesting that Stone and others return on the 2 o' clock train. The other addressed to Col. Morse instructing him to have Corporal Stone return at 2pm. The last appears to be the top part of a letter. Only the address remains.

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1861-1877

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Dearly Beloved"

He describes his recent activities. He and Mrs. Wheeler went to a lecture the other night. He and Mr. Bryant worked in the village one day and then had dinner with Mrs. Cook. He mentions other mutual friends and acquaintances.

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31 August 1858

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dear Brother

He talks about his upcoming wedding and various people he's invited. He asks several favors of his brother.

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1861-1877

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Berdille

He won't be able to escort the recipient home and lets him know not to expect him. He says there was a terrific shower last night and his flowers finally grew.

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1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dearly Beloved

In Fitchburg they marched about and then took the cars again. They got to Lincoln Square where they marched around until it was time to set up camp. The tents arrived late. He asks for his beloved to send him some dish cloths. They got their rations.

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21 July 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Berdille

He has gained experience in setting guard. He describes the process. He tells the story of a soldier that was found drunk in the guard house and was promptly taken to jail. He decribes the colorful Methodist preacher.Written in Camp Lincoln

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26 July 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Berdille

Many men have bowel complaints. He took off one day to have his picture taken and he will send a copy along. He hopes to go to Medford to see Abby soon. Fred Sanderson arrived and is now enlisted in his company. Written in Camp Lincoln

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31 July 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear wife

In their current quarters there is no water except from the well so they passed by Cambridge where the the 16th regiments was stationed. They had plenty of water. He describes an examination they had to undergo in which they they stripped naked and someone looked them over "like a jockey would a horse." Written in Camp Lincoln

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14 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear wife

There was no military duty that day nd there are too many people in his tent. Sleeping is very uncomfortable. It has been boring lately. Je wishes he could see henry Paige. Written in Camp Lincoln

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10 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear wife

He found a friend's shawl safe in the officers' tent. Many soldiers were sworn in to service. One boy tried to get a discharge because he never expected to go and only joined because the other boys taunted him. Written in Camp Lincoln

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19 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear wife

Serens became violently ill while on guard. They thought it was cholera but in the morning he was feeling just fine. In other news, The Captain was questioned about the non-comissioned officers. Letter includes a short poem that begins: "Juliana Johnson, don't you cry..." Gen. Lyon is presumed dead. Written in Camp Lincoln

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18 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Berdille

He apologizes for not having come up to see him. Too many people were on furlough and he couldn't get away. But in 2 weeks, he plans to stay with him anyway, Written in Camp Lincoln

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