1863

Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Libbie Elmore

Though it is taking longer, he feels the Rebels will soon have to yield Vicksburgh. He talks of Willard's place in the ambulance corps and wonders if he might like a place there as well.

GLC06588.290

1863

Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Libbie Elmore

He does not carry a sword, though they are available, he informs Libbie. Capt. French's wife is visiting and he is "softer than ever." The boys make fun of him. He can't wait to see her.

GLC06588.291

21 January 1863

Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Libbie Elmore

He warns her not to get the oxen shod just yet, but if one of the wagon wheels must be fixed, so be it. He asks for tobacco and gin though he has not been drinking much at all. Mose and Charley make good tent mates.

GLC06588.292

16 January 1863

Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Libbie Elmore

Willard does not have much to do in the ambulance corps yet. Bruce is currently Sergeant of the guard. He writes that the prospect of war seems rather dull and they expect it to be over by July. He warns her against Kniffin again and advises her to sell the cattle if she can get a good price for it.

GLC06588.293

1863

Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Libbie Elmore

He believes he has the best Colonel in the whole army.

GLC06588.294

18 January 1863

Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Libbie Elmore

He and Willard went down to Fairfax where they discovered the seminary had been turned into a hospital. He describes the history of the building. Frank Hotchings came to visit him and Willard.

GLC06588.295

19 January 1863

Elmore, Libbie, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bruce Elmore

Libbie read that there is a lot of intervention from France. Mr. Kniffin has broke the sleigh. She talks about the sheep and the cows.

GLC06588.296

26 January 1863

Elmore, Libbie, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bruce Elmore

They are all well. She is preparing to send him another box, this time with pies. Palmer, himself, has said he does not trust Kniffin.

GLC06588.297

22 January 1863

Elmore, Libbie, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bruce Elmore

She heard that Capt. Derrance resigned but does not know the reason. The children miss him and ask if he's coming to dinner frequently.She thinks the separation is making them strong.

GLC06588.298

1863

Elmore, Libbie, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bruce Elmore

Partial letter. She remarks that there has been very little sleighing this winter. Kniffin has been taking bark to the store. He has been sick.She heard he has a chance for promotion.

GLC06588.299

23 January 1863

Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Libbie Elmore

He wishes her good luck with the lambs and the cows. He hopes Kniffin has drawn the bark and asks how much wood he has cut. They think the paymaster may be coming soon.

GLC06588.300

1863

Elmore, Libbie, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bruce Elmore

She asks him to send her letters home and talks of a special wine she makes.

GLC06588.301

28 January 1863

Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Libbie Elmore

He uses poetic language to describe how his love has grown exponentially since being apart from her. Lt. Clark is sick. Gorton and Dewitt have rheumatism. He tells her not to pay Kniffin too much.

GLC06588.302

May 3, 1863

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mother

Describes how they got across Bear RIver to meet the enemy where they immediately began fighting. The enemy rescued some of their prisoners. Next day they marched back and camped near a mountain.

GLC00653.11.21

March 7, 1864

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mother

Completely faded.

GLC00653.11.22

September 16, 1862

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mother

He talks about the new clothes he has purchases and received from the army. He bought new shirts and received a new blanket.

GLC00653.11.23

August 24, 1862

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

He talks about mutual friends and acquaintances. He is glad Robert did not enlist because he wold not have liked a soldier's life all. He also notes that chaplain returned. Written in Camp Montgomery

GLC00653.11.24

April 24, 1862

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

The 42nd regiment passed by and he got to see people he hadn't seen in a while. One of four gunboats was captured in battle. Afterwarwards more than half the company was sick but are feeling better now. The weather has been good and a lot of fruit is growing. Written in Camp Montgomery

GLC00653.11.25

April 29, 1862

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Yesterday there was skirmishing among the pickets. They also received strict orders not to cross the lines of their division except on business. The weather has been pleasant.

GLC00653.11.26

June 3, 1862

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

He is writing from the hospital where he has been ill with fever. Now, however, he is doing much better but will stay a little longer before resuming hard duty.

GLC00653.11.27

November 30, 1861

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mother

They got on a steamer bound for St. Louis where he met a friend who entrusted a package with hiim. Written at Benton Barracks (also know as Camp Benton).

GLC00653.11.28

December 18, 1861

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

On Thursday night they were taken out of their tents to go to Stewratsville. Theye were expected to have a major skirmish there. But nothing happened. Written at Benton Barracks (also know as Camp Benton).

GLC00653.11.29

December 27, 1861

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother

There are some who say they have defective arms but he thinks their weapons are very well-made. They have been living on 2 meals per days and he has enjoyed good health. They march at midnight looking for Rebels but did not find any.

GLC00653.11.30

March 30, 1862

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mother

He wants his father to send him newspapers like the Independent. The weather has been pleasant. More troops keep arriving.

GLC00653.11.31

July 4, 1862

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

The weather has been warm and apples are growing. Lately, he has been learning how to cook, They are camped in a pleasant place. Written in Camp Montgomery

GLC00653.11.32