4 September 1865

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor reports going to church for the first time since he left Indiana on his furlough last spring. He reports that his regiment are the only troops in the area, a big change, but one that he enjoys. He complains of his inability to be home and hints that Delia should consider marriage and that the men hate Johnson because he is keeping them there: ("I dont think it would be any loss to our country if some fellow would assassinate Old Johnson.

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1861-1905

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph manuscript

Title: Foundations

Stephen Grellet, a converted evangelist from Revolutionary France, played an important role in American religion. He traveled throughout America and Europe preaching Protestantism to the masses and to royalty.

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1885-1905

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph manuscript signed

Title: Politics in the Pulpit

Because the pulpit is the center of ethics, politics should be openly discussed, a practice not often used in the U.S. He uses examples of the poor pay of coal miners, partisan ring rule, and historical political preacher/leaders of the Revolution. "The pulpit is the pivot on which our national life is turning."

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1865-1905

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph manuscript

Title: An address

Different Christian denominations are working in an unprecedented, glorious way to spread the gospel, despite intense persecution. All Christians are bound together in love, and each has a "peculiar honor & privilege to unite their efforts for the circulation of that blessed gospel." All must work for this advancement, particularly by raising funds in each denomination." He also praises religious women in being close to Christ and witnessing of Christ.

GLC00687.196

1865-1905

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Newspaper clipping

Title: Profit Sharing

Profit sharing will help solve the labor question. He uses examples of Irish workers, the Paris and Orleans railroad, the LeClaire experiment, and others. Successful profit sharing must be based on fraternal love. He refers to Sabbath observance and temperance.

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1865-1905

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph manuscript

Title: Sunday Railway & Str. Travel or traffic

He discusses the secular and ethical nature of the topic that Sunday traffic does not pay. He includes the testimonies of various railroad men who agree that working on Sunday is reckless and not economically profitable. He uses historical, literary, and political proponents of the Sabbath, including Lincoln and Webster. "The Sabbath is the great bulwark to protect both our financial and our political economic interests."

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August 25, 1866

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

He writes about being in school and taking Bible classes. He hopes to see George May Powell before long as it has been a year. Letter might be written by Samuel Wells Powell to unknown recipient.

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12 October 1864

Jamieson, William, fl. 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George F. Morse

Morse's dejection at being stationed at Hart's Island and delayed from joining the 91st Regiment, Jamieson's religious practice in camp, and exhortions to trust in Jesus. Written at Fort McHenry.

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23 October 1864

Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to brother

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

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28 October 1864

Francis, Edward E., fl. 1864-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George F. Morse

news of friends stationed in other military units, and an account of attendance and activities at religious organizations in Brooklyn.

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14 November 1864

Perkins, R.E., fl. 1864-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George F. Morse

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

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2 December 1864

Jamieson, William, fl. 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George F. Morse

advice on Morse's anticipated transfer, poor quality of camp chaplains, report of his work as a hospital nurse tending soldiers with typhoid fever.

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4 December 1864

Pearson, Charles G., fl. 1864-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George F. Morse

the possibility pf paying a visit to Hart's Island, expressions of friendship and exhortation to remain faithful to God.

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December 21, 1864

Jamieson, William, fl. 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George F. Morse

assisting Morse to obtain a transfer to Fort Federal Hill, Morse's reticence to work on the Sabbath, the death of a soldier from typhoid, and the necessity of retaining his religious life in camp.

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January 12, 1865

Francis, Edward E., fl. 1864-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George F. Morse

struggling business, gratitude for Morse's letters, and expressions of piety and faith.

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04 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He marched for four miles only to find the enemy had retreated. marched for another two miles and bivouaced. He speculates about where the enemy is and where they will go next.

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03 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

There were skirmishes. Pressing onward to Strasburg. Mentions Billy and instructs her not to pay out any more money for him.

GLC02744.092

08 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He marched six miles in a snow storm. He describes what they carry in their saddlebags. He has not been paid since he left.

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11 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Their connection is so strong that when he is writing to her it almost seems like they are talking face to face.

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09 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about his faith in God. He answers her questions regarding his trunk.

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20 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes that one of their men fell from a tree and dislocated his wrist. He reiterates that God gave him the greatest gift of all: her.

GLC02744.096

21 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about how an officer of his rank never has to worry about food or shelter. Notes how much money the war is costing.

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22 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is anxious for Lucien to attend school. He writes that he feels the sufferings of his fellow soldiers. Notes that enemy is in Fredricksburg.

GLC02744.098

25 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Tells her not to worry so much. Writes he might be able to send for her in 4-6 weeks. They have both gained weight. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

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28 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes the possibility of a battle has now become very faint. tells her to always confide in God. Mentions Park. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

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