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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...

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

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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...

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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.

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Possibly included with GLC07705.032

Includes a sketch of a windmill.

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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.

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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.

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

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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

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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.

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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...

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

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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".

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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"

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

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to Father

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

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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

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to Father

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

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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.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Joe, Marge and Ben.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia played with a Ouija Board with Bess and Ruth

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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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.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions her dad's skin ailment again.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes the landscape, and visits her father again.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia to visit father in the hospital again.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes a day at Brighton Beach.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that her father is "in a bad way."

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about her father's condition.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia is very interested in France now, and she saw her father again.

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to Father

Their dramatic club performed, meanwhile they were given orders to march down to the wharf, unfortunately they were too late to meet Burnside and he heard they would sail to Washington.

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to Father

He complains he has not received any mail from him lately. Hewmentions their Adjutant who was killed in River Bridge.

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to Father

An order was read to reduce the regiment of three corporals. A John Davis was one of them. He warns his father not to tell John's parents.

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to Father

The received a letter from John Davis's sister asking why his father hasn't called on him.

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to Father

He is anxiously awaiting a decision on whether he will get furlough.

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to Father

He includes sketch with a soldier standing next to a cannon, tee pees, an American Indian and a banner that says "Union."
He mentions a Sergeant Chas E. Hill.

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to Father

He complains the only mail he receives are newspapers and his friends seem to have forgotten him.

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He received the news of his father's upcoming marriage and trip to Rochester. Fred L., who has been sick for some time received a furlough. He mentions all the possessions he left behind when he enlisted.

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to Father

He is sending this letter as well as some other things along with a Corp. Hugh McMann.

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to Father

He is writing to inform him he has forwarded $50.

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to Father

He includes a list of items he is enclosing and insists they may appear insignificant but are very important and must be treated as trophies.

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to Father

He is happy his father is settling down and has been granted a furlough by Col. Hawkins. He writes that the ladies of Roanoke are not so pretty as the ones in New York.

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to Father

He thinks Frank L. must have arrived home by now and has called on his father...Col. Hawkins proceeded on board the brig Port Royal for the purpose of ascending the swamp canal. Lt. Col Kimball detailed all the contrabands to erect arbars in front of...

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to Father

He introduces his father to William S. Hutton, discharged for disability.

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to Father

He is anxiously awaiting a decision on whether or not he will get furlough. John Davis said he will not let any more men go on furlough until he sees Burnside.

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to Father

He is glad he called on Mrs. Milligan. He wants him to call on Janey as well. Burnside has made several trips to Norfolk.

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to Father

He is miffed because a certain Hazelton complains of his experiences as a soldier, when he has only had a few hardships. "Why I only wish they would send them here where the sun would change many of them to niggars and somewhat tan their little kid...

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to Father

He writes of how "Him who ruleth above, that judeth of all men, entreating Him to hold the guiding hand over me while engaged in the dreadful courage of battle..."

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[Instead of addressing via Fortress Monroe say By way of New York]

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to Father

Letter of introduction fro George Jr. Langbeim.

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to Father

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

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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.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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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.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talked with her parents of their future.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says her father must see a psychiatrist, because his health will not improve unless his mental state also improves.

GLC09414.0327

USS Memphis journal: Memorys and Incidents of My Last 60(?) Days in the United States Navy

Diary of Quartermaster Second Class Thomas Barwiss Hagstog Askin, Jr. containing a countdown of days until his relief day. Askin's diary describes day-to-day experiences aboard the USS Memphis. Includes entries regarding correspondence, entertainment...

GLC09555.01

to Father

He embarked on the steamer Lousiana and arrived in the dock of Washington City where the men and women asked what regiment they were from. Upon replying Hawkins, they received a warm welcome.

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to Father

Although his request for a leave of absence to go to New York was denied, Col. Hawkins said he could go as far as Washington. Then writes about the benefits of his promotion. Heasks for a leather valise and includes a list of items of things he will...

GLC07705.107

to Father

C.K's men landed at Port Royal and captured 15 furloughed rebel soldiers from Richmond.

GLC07705.093

to Father

He is glad his father received the $22 and glad he heard from Mr. Evarts even though his attempts were not successful.

GLC07705.094

to Father

Duryee's Zoaves have arrived and are temporarily quartered with them. saw Ben Parkland.

GLC07705.095

to Father

He heard Gen. Lee and his army were advancing , so cavalry and artillery changed their positions. He wants to know why Mr. Watson doesn't write. Andy Dobbs brought 15 new recruits.

GLC07705.096

to Father

He heard a bridge blow up as well as a goverment factory. He describes the country side. Last page written over.

GLC07705.097

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The cavalry rode to the edge of town and met the rebels in considerable force. The union troops then entered the town admidst much cheering. A false report surfaced that he was taken prisoner.He had dysentary.

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