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to Richard H. Jackson

He refers again to the coat and uniform that will be delivered. He is concerned because Richard has not received a particular letter.

GLC07705.258

to Richard H. Jackson

He has written out an itemized receipt for all the items sent by Adams Express.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Pepi, Joe, Marge and Dickie.

GLC09414.0390

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions various letters she has received from Moe.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes her Sunday with Mad.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Mad and David as well as her parents.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reminisces about a previous Yom Kippur in which Moe came to visit. She also Mentions her parents and how they are trying to "put away" something for him.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia responds to specific letters.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Roosevelt and Churchill, and responds to letters.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about her parents, and responds to letters.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Lillian C. and Jack.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes English, Chinese, and Russian War Relief debt items. She also responds to Moe's letters.

GLC09414.0399

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes mishaps at work, and describes supper and the fish they ate later that night.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes her visits with Mad and Bess.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes her visit with her mother

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia writes that she has decided to take a vacation, and responds to Moe's letters.

GLC09414.0403

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia writes that she went to visit Bess who is not feeling well.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes the Women's Volunteers for Roosevelt event.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia sees Moe's Aunt Ida and uncle Ben, then waits in line to register to vote.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes an incident that kept her late at the office.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia notes that she no longer has false hope that Moe may return very soon.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Tillie, Martin, Mom, Joe, Mad.

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to Father

There is a change in command. They are losing Gen. Wool who will no doubt be missed by all. This will change their whole schedule which he lists for his father starting at 5 am. He writes that he caught a deserter and earned extra money.

GLC07705.026

to Father

He left their last camp because it was an unhealthy place and a lot of the boys were getting sick. He would like to go to Virginia or N. Carolina next.

GLC07705.027

to Father

He writes he will be forwarding most of his pay and provides a list of things he wants his father to send him from home. There is fighting amonst the officials over who is appointed where and by whom. One of the Captains resigned and said he would...

GLC07705.028

to Father

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...

GLC07705.029

to Father

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

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to Father

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...

GLC07705.031

to Father

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.

GLC07705.032

to Father

Possibly included with GLC07705.032

Includes a sketch of a windmill.

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to Father

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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to Father

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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to Father

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

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to Father

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...

GLC07705.039

to Father

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

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to Father

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

GLC07705.042

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.

GLC07705.043

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.

GLC07705.044

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.

GLC07705.045

to Father

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

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to Father

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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to Father

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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to Father

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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to Father

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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