29 June 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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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1861-1864

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph manuscript signed

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

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23 June 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

Letter of introduction fro George Jr. Langbeim.

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6 July 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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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8 July 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

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

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9 July 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

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

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16 July 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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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7 July 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

Mentions the Watsons.

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7 July 1944

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

GLC09414.0318

8 July 1944

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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.

GLC09414.0319

9 July 1944

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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13 July 1944

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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14 July 1944

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

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15 July 1944

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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

GLC09414.0323

14 August 1941 - 16 December 1941

Askin, Thomas Barwiss Hagstog, Jr., fl. 1938-1958

Diary

Title: 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 aboard the ship, drills, payday, and other engagements. Askin becomes increasingly discontented with sea life and frustrated with delays in his return to the United States. Noteworthy entries take place on; September 11, 1941, Askin fears an attack on the ship following President Roosevelt's declaring it legal to sink Nazi ships; October 13,1941…

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6 September 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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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25 October 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 need.

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22 July 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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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22 July 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

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

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26 July 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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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31 July 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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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2 August 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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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4 August 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

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

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6 August 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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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10 August 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

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

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