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to Bruce Elmore

He writes that it will be such a happy time when he can finally come home and see his kids. He also mentions Mamie, hettie and Elmira.

GLC06588.128

to Libbie Elmore

They have orders to be ready to take the field and they are under Hooker. He asks if she has sold the cows yet.

GLC06588.129

to Libbie Elmore

There are citizens in the area that are a little mad that from now on, rations will only be given to those under government employment. He mentions a Ted.

GLC06588.130

to Libbie Elmore

Lt. D. Divine just returned from furlough. Dwight came with recruits for his department but only 4 for their regiment. He heard that another brigade is coming to relieve them.

GLC06588.131

to Libbie Elmore

Dwight was with him the night before. He has come to Tullahoma to get mustered. Palen had hopes of getting mustered too, but Bruce does not think it will happen.

GLC06588.132

to Libbie Elmore

He prays for strength and knows taht people at home are parying for him and this gives him courage.

GLC06588.133

to Libbie Elmore

He hopes Libbie does not for instant doubt his love for her as it would cause him great pain. He hopes to have the chance to come home soon.

GLC06588.134

to Libbie Elmore

They started out from Bridgeport May 2nd. His feet got blistered. He passed over a battlefield.

GLC06588.135

to Libbie Elmore

He is doing well and hears that they are getting a pay raise soon. There was some fighting but they were not engaged.

GLC06588.136

to Libbie Elmore

They are now in a small village called Cassville. The night before they engaged in a skirmish. The Rebels backed off though. He is doing well as always.

GLC06588.137

to Libbie Elmore

They have been moving towards the left of their lines, all the while skirmishing with the enemy.Only two of their men have been wounded so far. Their Captain is sick and so is Palen. Was written near Marietta, Georgia.

GLC06588.138

to Libbie Elmore

They are still moving to the left but there have been no skirmishes since he last wrote. There has been a lot of rain lately. Their company is small at present because so many are in the ambulance corps. Was written near Marietta, Georgia.

GLC06588.139

to Libbie Elmore

They have managed to push the Rebels back a bit. There has been skirmishing. No one in their regiment has been hurt recently but other regiments have not been so lucky. He is doing well. Was written near Marietta, Georgia.

GLC06588.140

to Libbie Elmore

On the back Libbie has written to Bruce. There has been some fighting along their lines. 2 or 3 have been killed and many more wounded. Willard is there and doing well. Libbie is glad he is gaining on the Rebels.

GLC06588.141

to Libbie Elmore

The general opinion was that they should move right, though there don't seem to be signs of moving. Since he last spoke to her, his regiment has lost no men, though several have been wounded

GLC06588.142

to Libbie Elmore

They were all recently given six months pay. Tobacco is scarce. He asks her to send some eggs for Palen.

GLC06588.143

to Libbie Elmore

They have taken a lot of prisoners lately, but there has been very little skirmishing. They have lost no men.Capt. Bennet has come back to the Company and he is glad.

GLC06588.144

to Libbie Elmore

They got to their present place day before yesterday and yesterday received orders to make camp. This side of the river the Rebel forces have a has a heavy line of works. He requests some blackberries.He writes that he is very much disappointed with...

GLC06588.145

to Libbie Elmore

He received a copy of the Tribune and some tobacco. He tells her no to work too hard so she can keep up her strength.

GLC06588.146

to Libbie Elmore

He complains that the Rebels have more tobacco than they do. He says Uncle Sam can't get him to reenlist for any a mount of money and niether will a furlough.

GLC06588.147

to Libbie Elmore

He had diarrhea again but is now doing well. He says there is no chance for furloughs.

GLC06588.148

to Libbie Elmore

He asks her to tell WIllard he has not collected all his pay yet. He thinks that if she get the money they're owed, she can pay all their dates. And if Willard wants his pay, to let him have it.

GLC06588.149

to Libbie Elmore

He received the berries and they are excellent. He had diarrhea again. Willard is getty really well.He thinks Sherman wants to cut the Rebels' communications and supplies and force them to evacuate Atlanta.

GLC06588.150

to Libbie Elmore

He writes about his fears of not being able to make it home before his time is up. He knows the Rebels will hold out until the very end, but he thinks the rebellion is being crushed.

GLC06588.151

to Unknown

Gen. Rousan has gone on a raid towards Macon, but no one knows what will happen. The back is in a different handwriting.. The author mentions Grant and Petersburgh, an unsuccesful mission. Though he has great confidence in Grant, Mead and Button.

GLC06588.152

to Libbie Elmore

He hopes Sherman will be able to get the Rebels out of Atlanta and take them prisoners. He writes they have so much to be thankful for and will have to trust that the end is near.

GLC06588.153

to Libbie Elmore

He writes about their current debt and how it is much less than it was before. Also used as scratch paper.

GLC06588.154

to Libbie Elmore

He heard that Lee sent 30,000 troops in to reinforce his army so it might be some time before they go into Atlanta. He notes the changes in their rations. They no longer get pork and only beef because pork is worse for scurvy. Was written near...

GLC06588.155

to Libbie Elmore

He mentions berries and tobacco. He tells Libbie not to send him things if it will take too much money. He had diarrhea again. Very faded. Was written near Atlanta, Georgia.

GLC06588.156

to Libbie Elmore

He discusses selling the barn and how there is not much prospect of such a thing. He acknowledges that she has increased the number of sheep. He discusses the pros and cons of selling the farm again Was written near Atlanta, Georgia.

GLC06588.157

to Libbie Elmore

Very faded with water damage. He mentions the ambulance corps. He describes where they are prresently camped. The rebels occupy the land a couple of miles outside their line and a few shots were exchanged while on pickets.

GLC06588.158

to Libbie Elmore

The forefinger of his right hand is sore and he cannot use it to write. Therefore most of the letter is illegible

GLC06588.159

to Libbie Elmore

He thanks her for the blackberries. His finger still hurts very much. Very faded.

GLC06588.160

to Libbie Elmore

The Rebels evacuated pretty fast after some heavy fighting. They also captured a large number of prisoners. They've been mustered for pay and soon he can send her some money.

GLC06588.161

to Libbie Elmore

The rebels have lost both in men and ammunition. They've had no mail the last few days. The word is that Sherman's army will rest for a month. He hopes to hear from the paymaster soon. Was written near Atlanta, Georgia.

GLC06588.162

to Libbie Elmore

They were supposed to have a review but it was cancelled. Lately, though, they have been living pretty well. He advises her to discuss the legal aspects of selling the farm with a lawyer.

GLC06588.163

to Libbie Elmore

Once again he discusses the deed of sale for the farm. Willard is doing as well as can be expected.

GLC06588.164

to Libbie Elmore

They are enjoying a good rest. He has read that the price of gold is going down. The food is rather terrible lately. All they get is hard tack. Willard is ok.

GLC06588.165

to Libbie Elmore

There has been a lot of fighting. Their corps is the only one left in Atlanta. The rest have gone to meet the enemy. He tried to get a furlough but it wasn't approved. He takes comfort in knowing that one day he will make it home without a furlough.

GLC06588.166

Discarge of Henry Pitcher.

A discharge certificate from the service for Henry Pitcher, dated 9 August 1862

GLC06889.04.01

to Lawrence Richey

Addressed to "My dear Larry". Cover letter describing enclosed as a memorandum on "Atwood's question". Note at bottom written in pencil: "Sent to Atwood 7-9-34". On Herbert Hoover stationary and signed by Hoover.

GLC07366.01

to Richard H. Jackson

She describes her Christmas and New Year's.

GLC07705.427

to Richard H. Jackson

Notification of a meeting of the Argonauta Rowing Association.

GLC07705.428

to Richard H. Jackson

"Mailed letter this morning addressed same as within. please attend to my request..."

GLC07705.429

From the Library of Arthur L. Jackson

Shows man in medieval clothes carrying books.

GLC07705.430

to Arthur L Jackson

Notice of Settlement (Office of the Auditor of the War Department)

GLC07705.431

to Richard H. Jackson

He discusses the matter of a horse. Apparently Jackson has complained about the horse, but Fish points out, he took it for "better or for worse."

GLC07705.432

to Father

He includes the copy of a letter written by a local woman upon the arrival of two companies. She refers to them as a "swarming herd."

GLC07705.433

to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He asks how Jackson spent his fourth of July. He fished all day. He mentions the girls and how they miss him.

GLC07705.434

to Richard H. Jackson

Lately he has felt pretty tired, but he enjoyed his New Year's. He writes that skating has been very popular. He advises Richard not to worry too much about the girl that rejected him.

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