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to George F. Morse

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

GLC02180.06

to George F. Morse

expressions of friendship, speculations about the arrival of prisoners to Hart's Island, Morse's transfer to Fort McHenry, and anticipation of his 21st birthday

GLC02180.10

to George F. Morse

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

GLC02180.12

to father

the receipt of package, inquiry about a coat for Chris Skelton, the observance of Christmas in the barracks, and the harshness of the weather. Written on Hart Island

GLC02180.15

to brother

viewing the monuments and public buildings of Baltimore, Fort Federal Hill replacing Fort McHenry as the Regimental Headquarters, promises to send his picture, and acknowledgement of the receipt of his mother's fruit cake.

GLC02180.19

to mother

hardships of camp life, the surrender of Johnston, family matters, and Chris Skelton's letter from Hart's Island.

GLC02180.27

to father

the mustering out of troops, Morse's intention to purchase his Springfield Rifle musket, and the insufficiency of the food rations.

GLC02180.29

to father

delay in receipt of a box sent from home, back pay and bounty, warning his father against paying him a visit.

GLC02180.30

to George F. Morse

the purchaser of a farm in Farmingville, and a report on the religious activites in and around Farmingville

GLC02180.33

to George F. Morse

Morse's struggles with temptation while in service

GLC02180.34

to George F. Morse

meditation on faith and proselytizing

GLC02180.38

to George F. Morse

a possible expedition to the "frontier," women and marriage, thoughts of war-time companions

GLC02180.44

U.S Armory Pass

GLC02180.48

to "Friend Hale"

Signed "G Henry Taylor"

GLC02181.06

to "Mr. Powers"

Signed "Emily R Thaddeus"

GLC02181.08

to "Friend James"

Signed "Jacob N Perkins"

GLC02181.10

to "Dear Halus"

Signed "JP"

GLC02181.14

to "Cousin Hale"

Signed "James M Parker"

GLC02181.16

[to "Halus"]

Signed [unknown]

GLC02181.17

to J. H. Powers

Signed J. N. Perkins

GLC02181.18

to Brother

unknown author.

GLC02181.20

to "Friend Powers"

Signed "G. F. Nightingale"

GLC02181.24

to "Dear Old Chum"

Signed "Jim"

GLC02181.26

to "General Washburn"

Signed "J Hale Powers"

GLC02181.32

to "Healus"

Signed "J. N. Perkins"

GLC02181.33

to "Cousin"

Signed "George Sowers"

GLC02181.38

to "Powers"

Signed "George Gale"

GLC02181.40

to "Powers"

Signed "P. W. Ladd"

GLC02181.45

to "Dear Brother and Sister"

Signed "[Dayls?] Benton"

GLC02181.60

to "Powers"

Signed "S W C Farnsworth"

GLC02181.62

to "Rev. J Hale Powers"

Signed "E [Goudrws?]"

GLC02181.66

to "Powers"

Signed "W A Agard"

GLC02181.69

[Wesleyan University Final Exam Schedule]

GLC02181.80

[Wesleyan University Class Day Schedule]

GLC02181.81

[Wesleyan University Flyer for Rice Prize]

GLC02181.82

[Wesleyan University Flyer for Commencement]

GLC02181.83

[Vermont Methodist Seminary and Female College Commencment Flyer]

GLC02181.84

[Wesleyan University Class of 1869 Reunion Flyer]

GLC02181.85

[Wesleyan University Class of 1869 Fundraising Flyer]

GLC02181.86

to Col. Maggis and Col. Morse

3 notes. One addressed to Col. Maggis requesting that Stone and others return on the 2 o' clock train. The other addressed to Col. Morse instructing him to have Corporal Stone return at 2pm. The last appears to be the top part of a letter. Only the...

GLC02182.02

to "Dearly Beloved"

He describes his recent activities. He and Mrs. Wheeler went to a lecture the other night. He and Mr. Bryant worked in the village one day and then had dinner with Mrs. Cook. He mentions other mutual friends and acquaintances.

GLC02182.03

to Berdille

He has gained experience in setting guard. He describes the process. He tells the story of a soldier that was found drunk in the guard house and was promptly taken to jail. He decribes the colorful Methodist preacher.Written in Camp Lincoln

GLC02182.07

to Berdille

He saw some planters load tobacco the other other night and he describes the scene at great length.

GLC02182.17

to Berdille

He describes his new quarters which sound rather luxurious. There is even a bath house which he plans to to take advantage of.

GLC02182.18

to dearest wife

He is glad she has little Abby and she is taking her to meeting. He goes over all the various people he has heard that are sick and wishes them well.He writes that there is much sickness among the soldiers as well. Sadly many are wounded not in...

GLC02182.20

to dealy beloved

His foot does not hurt him that bad anymore. They did not find the bullet and he doesn't think they will. The doctor comes around and looks at his foot but he has nothing encouraging to say.

GLC02182.28

to Isaac Cover

Written at Camp Couch

GLC02197.003

to "My dear friend"

Signed "J Hale Powers"

GLC02181.36

to Isaac Cover

Written at Campbell Hospital.

GLC02197.004

to Isaac Cover

Written at Campbell Hospital.

GLC02197.005

[Tintype portrait of unidentied female]

GLC02176.48

[Albumen portrait of Leydia Boswell Way]

Albumen portrait.

GLC02176.50

[Tintype portrait of William A. Wood]

As a young boy.

GLC02176.51

to Amos J. Harding

Yesterday, Lyon received Harding's letter containing vouchers; very glad to hear from Harding. Was pleasantly located at Rolla, Missouri for two weeks when they "received orders emanating from the War Department to report to Major General Grant at...

GLC02178.01

to Amos J. Harding

Just wrote a letter to Major General Schofield earnestly demanding the release of Mr. Bradley Bunch. Asks Harding to visit Bunch and tell him to not lose hope. Spoke to General Davidson, who said that the case was beyond his jurisdiction. Hopes...

GLC02178.03

to Amos J. Harding

States that he is under lasting obligations to Harding and to Mr. Padgett for the interest they are taking in his behalf. Writes that anything they may do toward accomplishing his release will be greatly remembered. Does not need anything at this...

GLC02178.04

to Amos J. Harding

Writes that they have "met the enemy and are out on parole, which occurred at Glasgow on the 15th after eight hours of constant and determined fighting." The Union had 600 untried soldiers against 8000 veteran Rebels. They had marched for three...

GLC02178.07

to Amos J. Harding

Does not feel much like writing this afternoon but remembered his obligation and will say a few words. Arrived at St. Louis one week ago this morning (Thursday) at 3 o'clock. His company had been mustered out the day before. Panicked about getting...

GLC02178.11

to father

successfully enlisting and medical examination.

GLC02180.02

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.

GLC02180.13

to George F. Morse

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

GLC02180.16

to father

missing letters, receipt of Brooklyn and religious newspapers, attendance at the Seventh Baptist Church and an enthusiatic report of Mr. Fuller's sermon, his sister Mary's religious development, the payment of his washwoman, food, and his overall...

GLC02180.22

to father

reports of the death of men in his company, the capture of Confederate forces, Morse's brief hospitalization with a fever, anticipation of going to St. Petersburg.

GLC02180.25

to George F. Morse

report of mustering out of troops from the 91st Regiment in Albany, and expressions of sorrow over the death of Frank Doane.

GLC02180.31

to George F. Morse

expressions of friendship, the challenges of faith

GLC02180.36

to George F. Morse

remorse that their discourse no longer includes professions of faith, his urging Morse to marry, and the request of assistance in obtaining employment.

GLC02180.40

to George F. Morse

reminiscences about the war

GLC02180.42

to "Friend JHP"

Signed "Jacob N Perkins"

GLC02181.09

to "Dear Halus"

Signed "Jacob N Perkins"

GLC02181.15

to "Chums"

Signed J. M. Parker

GLC02181.19

to "Cousins and Chums"

Signed "Jim"

GLC02181.23

to "Dear Sister"

Signed "George Ham Pyle"

GLC02181.28

to [illegible]

Signed "J. H. Waldron"

GLC02181.41

to "Powers"

Signed "Gale"

GLC02181.42

to "Powers"

Signed [Gorin?]

GLC02181.44

to " J Hale Powers"

Signed "John B. Kirly"

GLC02181.48

to "Powers"

Signed "C S Winchester"

GLC02181.51

Oratis Triumphalus

GLC02181.54

to "Powers"

Signed "Gale"

GLC02181.57

to "Powers"

Signed "M T Mallalieu"

GLC02181.65

to "Dear Friend"

Signed "W A Agard"

GLC02181.68

to "J Hale Powers"

Signed "W J"

GLC02181.70

to Brigadier General John P Hatch

Officers of the 1st Vermont and 5th New York presenting a sabre to Brigadier General John P Hatch.

GLC02181.71

[Prize Exhibition of Newbury Seminary]

GLC02181.73

[Wesleyan University Annual Prize Declaimation]

GLC02181.74

[Newbury Seminary Commencement Program]

GLC02181.75

[Wesleyan University Class of 1869 Sophomore Exhibition]

GLC02181.79

[Document granting Wyman Stone a furlough]

Furlough document includes illustrated envelope of a woman sewing beneath the flag and newspaper clipping relating to the interment of Mrs. Winthrop E. Stone, wife of a former Purdue president.

GLC02182.01

to Dear Brother

He talks about his upcoming wedding and various people he's invited. He asks several favors of his brother.

GLC02182.04

to dearly beloved

They received orders to move. They were to replace a Pennsylvania regiment. Their duty is to watch the railroad. If they are ordered to move again, he will give her all the details. Written in Camp Lincoln

GLC02182.15

to Berdille

He refers to a Charley that died and he hopes the disease does not spread to his compsny.. He is sorry a Mr. Young could not find work in Templeton. He describes how they stand guard and what they might encounter. Was written near Annapolis Junction...

GLC02182.16

to Berdille

Recently the officers sent out troops to search for contraband goods. At one point they discovered two men missing. One of them came in after they fired a gun, the agreed upon signal. The other showed up around ten covered in mud and briar.

GLC02182.19

to Berdille

He tells a story of how they poked fun at the Colonel who has an ornery horse. The horse would not go, so he started spatting her with the flat of his sword. At some point he broke off four inches of his sword and they have a good laugh every time he...

GLC02182.23

to Berdille

It looks like they will have one pitched battle in N. Carolina. The brigades will march in different directions. All sorts of rumers are flying about such as the Rebels declared peace and whatnot. He mentions little Abby and what songs she should...

GLC02182.25

to Berdille

He is now at a hospital and is resting comfortably. He asks her to visit.

GLC02182.27

to Berdille

He lays in bed all day and night and this aggravates him. He says the Rebels do not take suck good care of their wounded and left one man with his leg cut off alone to die.

GLC02182.30

to Unknown

A letter of introduction for Mrs. Stone.

GLC02182.31

to Berdille

He describes the unbearable pain in his foot. If the inflammation does not go down they will have to amputate.

GLC02182.33

to Berdille

He has his good days and his bad days. He mentions the food which he is getting sick of. Once his leg heals, he can head North.

GLC02182.35

to Berdille

He describes an event in which he and others were housed in the La Farce House There were several speakers including Mr Charming, Mr. Eliot and Dr. Bellows..

GLC02182.36