1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dearly Beloved

In Fitchburg they marched about and then took the cars again. They got to Lincoln Square where they marched around until it was time to set up camp. The tents arrived late. He asks for his beloved to send him some dish cloths. They got their rations.

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21 July 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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

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26 July 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Berdille

Many men have bowel complaints. He took off one day to have his picture taken and he will send a copy along. He hopes to go to Medford to see Abby soon. Fred Sanderson arrived and is now enlisted in his company. Written in Camp Lincoln

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31 July 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear wife

In their current quarters there is no water except from the well so they passed by Cambridge where the the 16th regiments was stationed. They had plenty of water. He describes an examination they had to undergo in which they they stripped naked and someone looked them over "like a jockey would a horse." Written in Camp Lincoln

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14 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear wife

There was no military duty that day nd there are too many people in his tent. Sleeping is very uncomfortable. It has been boring lately. Je wishes he could see henry Paige. Written in Camp Lincoln

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10 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear wife

He found a friend's shawl safe in the officers' tent. Many soldiers were sworn in to service. One boy tried to get a discharge because he never expected to go and only joined because the other boys taunted him. Written in Camp Lincoln

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19 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear wife

Serens became violently ill while on guard. They thought it was cholera but in the morning he was feeling just fine. In other news, The Captain was questioned about the non-comissioned officers. Letter includes a short poem that begins: "Juliana Johnson, don't you cry..." Gen. Lyon is presumed dead. Written in Camp Lincoln

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18 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Berdille

He apologizes for not having come up to see him. Too many people were on furlough and he couldn't get away. But in 2 weeks, he plans to stay with him anyway, Written in Camp Lincoln

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26 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dearly beloved

They were in Jersey city a brief period of time time before travelling to Philadelphia. They were there until one when they rode by cattle car to Havre de mall . At Jersey City Christopher came to see them. Written in Camp Lincoln

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30 August 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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

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4 September 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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, Maryland.

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12 September 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Berdille

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

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17 September 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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.

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18 September 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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.

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22 September 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 battle but by accident. He tells of an incident where the company was crossing the railroads and the cars came along wounding several men.

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26 September 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear wife

He describes the service and the biblical text that was read. He also describes a man named Cutting wo spent more money that anyone else. His days are filled with drilling and picket duty

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5 October 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 has to draw his sword at dress parade. He also tells of one soldier who is famous for dodging duty.

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December 11, 1861

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Berdille

He mentions a Mrs. Hawkes's husband who has behaved cowardly and has not really been put to the test. He mentions various clothes that he's received and how they fit him.

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6 March 1862

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 learn. Despite a rocky start, their regiment is now highly respected.

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17 March 1862

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. B.B. Stone

He informs a friend that her husband was wounded but the wound is not severe.

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21 March 1862

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Berdille

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

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25 March 1862

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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.

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29 March 1862

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dearly beloved

They still haven't managed to find the bullet. The not too badly wounded have already been sent home and he feels bad about this.

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1 April 1862

Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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.

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4 April 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Unknown

A letter of introduction for Mrs. Stone.

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