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to Lena

On stationery of the Provost Marshal General. Signed "Josh," though content and location suggests the author is in fact Eben. Written to Selina, his sister, on the subject of gardens.

GLC00066.052

Poem

An anti-war poem originally enclosed with GLC00066.052, a letter to Selina of 28 May 1864. Signed "Josh," though the author is most likely Eben.

GLC00066.053

[Oath of allegiance]

Signed by Thomas Gibson as witness.

GLC00066.054

to Father

Eben Pearce writes from Burnett House, in Cincinnati, Ohio, discussing his move to Cincinnati.

GLC00066.055

to Lena

Eben Pearce writes to his sister, Selina, about news, mentioning that he is back from the Army.

GLC00066.056

to Sister

Eben Pearce writes to his sister, likely Selina, while on board the steamer "Golden Eagle." He explains that he is going to clerk for their brother, Edgar, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

GLC00066.057

to "Sis"

Writes to his sister, likely Selina, describing Little Rock, Arkansas.

GLC00066.058

to Sister

Writes to his sister, likely Selina, discussing his plan to go into the nursery business. Also mentions their brother Edgar's marriage.

GLC00066.059

to Sister

Eben Pearce writes to his sister, likely Selina. He explains that the "77th prisoners had been released and home on furlough." Also, discusses his new photography business.

GLC00066.060

to Lena

Writes to his sister, Selina, and explains that his business is doing well.

GLC00066.061