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Neighbors Affidavit

Affidavit regarding the pension claim of Mary A. Hackett, widow of Thomas Hackett. Partially printed document. Says the claim was filed by Mary Hackett.

GLC02175.27

[Military exemption]

Certifies that William W. Chaswick is exempt from military duties, because he is suffering from Rheumatism and difficulty with his teeth, which is expected to continue for at least thirty days. Signed by Leonard as the examining surgeon.

GLC02175.28

to Berdille

He describes inspection. After exploring the city he calls a a "one-horse town." He visited the state house where Gen. Washington signed his commission.

GLC02182.22

to Isaac Cover

GLC02197.019

to Amos J. Harding

Writes that he has not heard from Harding in some time because his first letters were directed to General Davidson. Have no mail facilities with their brigade so it is very difficult to receive and mail letters. Writes that "General Davidson seems...

GLC02178.05

to Amos J. Harding

Has been receiving Harding's letters but has not replied because he could do nothing for Harding at the time. Has been waiting for an opportunity for Harding's promotion and for the promotion of the Regiment. Thinks there are going to be some...

GLC02178.06

to Amos J. Harding

Harding has occupied a position that enables him to obtain information regarding the disbandment of the army. Wants clarification on the General Orders No 83 because these orders, according to our officers' understanding, limit its operation to...

GLC02178.09

to Amos J. Harding

Harding's request to receive his papers was accepted, and the papers are enclosed. Glad to know that Harding is successful and does not need or wish for office. Regrets that he could not accomplish something for Harding when he did wish it as it...

GLC02178.13

to father

runaway substitute soldiers, camp conditions, bounty payment and general finances. Written on Hart Island

GLC02180.03

to brother

gratitude for the receipt of food and letters, report on camp life, and religious activities. Written on Hart Island

GLC02180.05

to George F. Morse

his anxiety for Morse's physical and spiritual well-being, report on friends and the religous activites in Brooklyn.

GLC02180.08

to George F. Morse

Morse's new posting at Fort Federal Hill, news of family and friends, Morse's position as captain's clerk, developments at the Brotherhood.

GLC02180.17

to mother

acknowledgement of letters and parcel from home, anticipated arrival of the pay master, his engagement as captain's clerk in Company D, and anticipation that the current captain will be transferred to Company B.

GLC02180.18

to George F. Morse

attrition in the Brotherhood, the dwindling treasury, hopes for a revival of religion in the church, and affirmations of his faith in Christ.

GLC02180.20

to father

report of battle and retreat, loss of knapsack and clothes, assassination of President Lincoln, and an accounting of the wounded and the dead.

GLC02180.26

to George F. Morse

Jamieson's discharge, and death and funeral of Brotherhood member Frank R. Doane.

GLC02180.28

to Eugene Bradford

arrival in Brooklyn, and the return of Bradford's money and blanket

GLC02180.32

to George F. Morse

encouraging words to Morse on his business prospects, and Francis' infatuation with a young woman

GLC02180.37

to George F. Morse

unsuccessful attempt to locate information on Mr. Folsom

GLC02180.41

to George F. Morse

reminiscences about the war, and news of old friends

GLC02180.43

to George F. Morse

work in a telegraph office, general poor business prospects in the south, intention to go West, and regards to relatives.

GLC02180.45

to George F. Morse

expressions of optimism about Morse's new position, a report of his recent buggy accident, the exchange of photographs.

GLC02180.47

[envelope to C.G Morse]

GLC02180.50

[envelope to George F. Morse]

GLC02180.52

to "Friend John"

Signed "Charles"

GLC02181.01