25 October 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Abbott

He writes on the death of her son, George Abbott. He praises him and gives somes of the details surrounding his death. Everyone loved him as a brother.

GLC03057.07

21 October 1861

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother

Partial letter. Only first few lines remain, rest is torn off. He begins by saying that he is writing to let his brother know he is well.

GLC03057.08

August 1862 - December 1862

Stout, Frankin, fl. 1853

Diary

Title: 1862 Diary

Camp 6, 129th Regiment. Daily record of army life. A notable entry includes Setember 3rd when the Brigadier General says: "I am not a speechmaker. This is not the business of the soldier, but to fight and obey orders, that is what you are here for..." On Set. 12th, he describes the funeral of Thomas Engle. On Dec.3rd, some men stole a pair of boots and were forced to march around with their hands tied behind their backs.

GLC03131.07.01

December 1862 - May 1863

Stout, Frankin, fl. 1853

Diary

Title: 1863 Diary

Camp 6, 129th Regiment. Daily record of army life. On January 20th they find a man almost dead from drinking too much. On April 25the paymaster arrives causing the men to cheer. On May 13th, they arrive in Baltimore.

GLC03131.07.02

22 May 1853

Kampman, Gerris, fl. 1853

Autograph document

Title: Baptism Record

Benjamin Franklin Stout was baptised and received the name Christian.

GLC03131.07.03

1861-1877

Stout, Frankin, fl. 1853

Autograph document

Title: Evidence Required

Affidavit of a commissioned officer as to when and where and under what circumstances the alleged Malarial Fever was contracted.

GLC03131.07.04

9 January 1888

Clewell, L., fl. 1858

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Frank Stout

He asks Stout to fill out the enclosed affidavit, as he caught malaria while on picket duty and has had pain ever since. he also asks for the name of his surgeon.

GLC03131.07.05

20 January 1888

Stout, Frankin, fl. 1853

Autograph document

Title: Stout confirms Clewell caught Malaria while out on Picket

Stout provides evidence for Clewell's pension applciation.

GLC03131.07.06

16 June 1863

Stout, Frankin, fl. 1853

Printed letter

Title: to Sir

A call to arms. Letter reminds recipient of Frank Stout's bravery and ability and asks that he fight under Stout. Stout is going back again for six months.

GLC03131.07.07

9 November 1897

Royer, Col. Henry, fl. 1897

Pamphlet

Title: An Address Delivered by Col. Henry Royer

On the Formal Transfer of the Soldiers' Monument to the City Council of Pottsville. He remembered those who volunteered for the Union , in particular the 129th, of whom Stout was a member.

GLC03131.07.08

14 July 1922

Newspaper clipping

Title: Major Selfridge Dies in Philadelphia

Major Alexander Selfridge, a civil war veteran dies at 79. He was the youngest commissioned officer in the Northern Ranks during the civil war.

GLC03131.07.09

22 July 1865

Myers, Elizabeth, fl. 1920-1974

Newspaper clipping

Title: The Return of Co. C in 1865

On July 22, 1865 the remanant of Company C arrived home under Captain Stolzenbach. A great reception took place at the railroad station. Selfridge was there.

GLC03131.07.10

21 December 1862

Rome, William O., ?-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mother

Includes a list of all the men in company J and whether they are on duty, sick or discharged. For the moment it is warm and pleasant Recently they had a very hard march.

GLC03131.09.02

24 December 1862

Rome, William O., ?-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mother

He sent a package with gloves, handkerchiefs, stockings and a pin cushion. The regimentss have all taken their positions within the fort and are ready to attack.

GLC03131.09.03

1859

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1859 Diary

Faithfully records the weather each and every day. On May 31st, someone named John steals $150 from another man. June 8th, Thompson's sister got married. Went to a democratic meeting in October and nominated a clerk. November 11th, attended a large funeral for the Hon. R.P. Thompson.

GLC03131.16.01

1860

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1860 Diary

Records the weather. Mentions church every Sunday. Church is a running theme throughout this diary. Often attends sermons. Also goes to what he vaguely refers to as business meetings.

GLC03131.16.02

1861

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1861 Diary

Records the weather. On March 12th, he mentions the city elections. April 24th, acknowledges how sad it is that so many young men are going to war and he hopes they return safely. Mentions church and bible class frequently. On July 22nd, he notes bad news from the battle of Manassas Junction. Reports say between 3,000 and 15,000 were killed.

GLC03131.16.03

1862

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1862 Diary

Records the weather. On May 31st, he talks about the battle of Hanover Court. On July 5th, he talks about the news from McClellan's army. On September 5th, they are preparing to be mustered. Septemberr 7th has them about to leave their current encampment.

GLC03131.16.04

1863

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1863 Diary

Many blank pages until May. Records the weather. On August 8th and 9th, he spends time with a Miss Kittinger and a Miss Haversticks. He sees them several times and even gives one of them is picture. Later a fire breaks out. Describes daily life in the army such as drilling and dress parade in several entries.

GLC03131.16.05

1864

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1864 Diary

Blank from mid-February through December. Records the weather. Mentions church and bible class in several entries.On Feb. 22nd, he leaves on furlough. He and friend visit the fair when it comes into town.

GLC03131.16.06

1868

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1868 Diary

Newspaper clippings inserted throughout. Almost all entries are cross written. Last entry is clear and talks of New Year's Eve celebrations.

GLC03131.16.08

1869

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1869 Diary

Records the weather. Notes temperature and time. Newspaper clippings inserted here and there. Most entries are cross written. Mentions church activities in many entries.. On July 13th, he describes meeting with the mayor. He attends various lectures and meetings associated with the Young Men's Christian Association. On October 24, the priest is sick.

GLC03131.16.09

1870

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1870 Diary

Records the weather.On April 17th, attends the funeral of a friend. April 28th mentions a parade to celebrate the ratification of the 15th amendment. He mentions taking Johnny to Sunday School. Many blank pages from June through December. Uses back for accounting.

GLC03131.16.10

1872

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1872 Diary

Front features phases of the moon, a list of principle cities and stamp duties. Entire book blank except for the end where he does some accounting.

GLC03131.16.11

1873

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1873 Diary

Front features phases of the moon, a list of principle cities and stamp duties. Writes poetic passages about the abolition of goverments like those in Germany where the war is said to have dug 7 million graves. rest of the book is blank. He uses the back for accounting purposes.

GLC03131.16.12