February 2, 1891

Bishop's Court. Weber Stake of Zion

Typed document

Title: [Case of L. M. Nelson]

Case of L. M. Nelson. Case of Councilor Pingree and Tanner postponed. Isaac Furniss acknowledges he acted disrespectfully in order to get a certificate of good standing. Memorial to Isaac N. Goodale, one of the orignal settlers and student of Joseph Smith, read. 1889/02/26 Case of Dee vs. Standford, John Brown, William Russell. Move to disfellow G. R. Hardman for adultery.

GLC05756.048

February 11, 1892

Bishop's Court. Weber Stake of Zion

Typed document signed

Title: [John P. Paterson complaining of Ballantyne Bros]

Labeled on verso of page four as "Exhibit C." Stating the he contracted Ballantyne Bros. for doors window and other building materials. The Ballantynes were not prompt with delivery and cost him a great sum of money in fees and wages because he was unable to complete his work and receive his payment. He mortgaged property to meet his creditors demands. When the Ballantynes "attached" all his property, he came under accusation of trying to defraud his creditors. Also accuses Richard Ballantyne of tormenting and being abusive towards his wife, which caused her to miscarry.

GLC05756.085

February 11, 1892

Conroy, E. M., fl. 1892

Typed document signed

Title: [Deposition of E. M. Conroy]

Swearing that on 1 November 1891, he attended to John Peterson's wife who miscarried prior to Conroy's visit. Mrs. Peterson told him that Richard Ballantyne had harassed her and the doctor believes this may have caused the miscarriage.

GLC05756.086

February 11, 1892

Venable, E., fl. 1892

Typed document signed

Title: [Deposition of E. M. Conroy]

Testimony stating a conversation the witnesses overheard between Ballantyne and Mr. & Mrs. Peterson. Ballantyne admitted harassing Mrs. Peterson and forcing her to sign a mortgage on the homestead. When told Mrs. Peterson miscarried the same night he harassed her, Ballantyne stated "I do not understand your Danish Language. Get Tourgeson to explain it to me."

GLC05756.087

1 June 1892

Peterson, John, fl. 1892

Autograph letter signed

Title: to the High Council of the Weber Stake

Claiming damages from R. Ballantyne and R. A. Ballantyne for the sum of $10,950.00.

GLC05756.088

22 June 1893

White, B., fl. 1892-1894

Autograph letter signed

Title: to the Presidency & High Council of Weber Stake

Suggests disfellowing Mr. & Mrs. Peterson for not complying with the court's decision in favor of Richard and Richard A. Ballantyne. The Petersons sued the Ballantynes who counter sued. Decision was in favor of the Ballanytnes

GLC05756.089

2 April 1892

White, B., fl. 1892-1894

Autograph document signed

Title: [Decision of the Bishops Court, 3rd Ward]

By agreement of both parties, the suits of Peterson and Ballantyne were heard at the same court. Decision in favor of the Ballanytnes.

GLC05756.090

24 October 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Glad to hear she is well; he is also well. Leg has improved so much that he can "[wear] my boot some and run some on it." The rest of his company arrived today to pitch tents for the winter. Sent ten dollars from Washington and twenty by express from camp, but she has not said if she received it. Tells her to "take care of the corn and potatoes" as soon as possible before the weather gets too cold. Hopes she can do her best during the harvest. There will not be any battles this winter. Heard from James the other day and found out that he is fighting in the Shenandoah Valley. There are nine…

GLC09273.08

January 9, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Most everyone is healthy. Leg is feeling fine, but an ulcer sore has developed on it above the ankle in addition to the sores that were already there below the knee. Received three letters, the ninth, tenth, and eleventh she has sent, from her this morning. Also received $1.50 and six postage stamps. Felt bad to hear that William Nash had "such bad luck." Asks to let Nash know that he feels his pain, because something similar happened to him when he was shot in the leg. As soon as the leg had begun to heal, it began to be covered in sores. The leg is getting better now. By the time fighting…

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20 October 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Glad to hear all is well. Sad to hear that [Silphey] had died and "sorry to hear that Charley was wounded." One of his comrade's guns had gone off, shooting him in the leg just above the ankle. The surgeon took the bullet out, and "it did not go through." Has been with the boys the whole time. His leg is rehabilitating quickly. "Can walk some" on the bad leg, but not completely. Still not much to do around camp. Weather is fine. Have not been in any real danger here. Joseph has gained seven pounds since he left. "They have sent plenty of men up to the front and they are going to take…

GLC09273.07

25 October 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

The weather has cooled recently, but it is still nice out. Leg has recuperated significantly and "has got almost well." Put a book in with the letter. Had meant to put it with an earlier letter but forgot. Put two pennies for Oscar in the letter he wrote last night. Reminds her to tell him about the money he had sent her. Asks her to put her trust in the Lord as he has.

GLC09273.09

7 November 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

It is raining very hard, but all at camp are in good health. Asks how the potato harvest went. Advises her not to sell any more hay after the last half ton, because "you may want it" later. If she does not want it, she can always sell the rest. If Betsey wants any hay, she should receive hers first. Reminds her not to spend too much money and "keep something to buy your wheat with." Is not sure when he will be paid again. If she runs out of money, she can always borrow some from Betsey. Asks her to put her trust in the Lord if times get tough.

GLC09273.10

1 December 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Received two letters from her last night, one dated 11/23/64 and the other 11/25/64. Happy she included four extra postage stamps in one of them. Leg is "almost well." Weather is "very warm." Has recovered from his cold. Beef for dinner tonight. If Cary comes for the half ton of hay, he can have it. She must not let the hay rot. Realizes that on the 7th of the month it will have been exactly three months since he left for war. She will "have to do the best you can about that wood." Sorry that he cannot write to Charles, but he does not have much time. If he wants to he can slip in a half…

GLC09273.12

13 December 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Is in good health; cold has almost gone. Received a letter from her this morning. Joseph's health is very good. Started on a raid this past Tuesday. Marched five miles one day, 22 the next, and 20 the day after. Upon reaching their destination, they "commenced and tore up the railroad and piled up the ties and then lugged the rails on the piles of ties and then set them afire." Also destroyed "30 miles of the road and burnt it up." Soldiers killed and ate any farm animals that they saw and "burnt everything that we came to." Rained and hailed all that night. Began their march back through the…

GLC09273.13

14 December 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

The letter is printed on stationery provided by the U. S. Christian Commission. Is in good health. Received two letters from her this morning. One had some cough medicine in it. Got the receipt for his box. "I want to kiss you." Will be staying in camp for the winter. Found Joseph in camp; he is healthy and did very well on the march. Guernsey also "stood it first rate." John, on the other hand, "growled all of the way but he came through [alright]." Had some pudding for dinner. Has been living very well; gets at least two loaves of bread a day and will be making his shanty even better for…

GLC09273.14

15 December 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Cough is almost gone. Leg is a bit sore but is getting better. In all other respects his health is "tip top." Got another letter from her today. Was happy to see that it had four stamps in it. Received orders to build shanties today. Joseph and Fayette are both healthy. John "grunts about the same." Guernsey is alright. Is cooking beef for supper. Says he prays to the Lord all the time to get him through the war. "Fayette has made up his mind to live a different life than" the one he has lived so far. Asks her to teach the Christian way to Oscar so he can learn "to be a good boy." Loves both…

GLC09273.15

18 December 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Is very healthy: "cough is most well, my appetite is first rate, and I feel first rate." Leg is still a bit sore, but it is getting better. Fayette is healthy, but Joseph has the mumps. Eats all he can get at, and gets enough food. Moved about a mile and a half from where they had been in order to get more wood. General Gregory says that they might be putting up their shanties there. Would greatly appreciate it if she sent him his box. Wishes he could see her and Oscar, but his faith in the Lord has given him patience. Will likely wait out the winter at his current position. By the time…

GLC09273.16

25 December 1864

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Hopes she is having a merry Christmas. Got some sausage, apples, and soft bread for breakfast. Most of the company left for picket duty, but he stayed behind with Joseph and ten others. It has been very wet and cold for the past three or four days. It is a bit warmer today. Has been working at his shanty, but has the day off today. The new camp is about five miles farther from Petersburg than the old one. Just went to dinner; had some boiled rice . Feels "first rate." Has gotten some sores on his leg, including one "just below my knee" that hurt "a good deal." Got another letter on the 22nd…

GLC09273.17

January 1, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Wishes her a happy new year. Everyone is healthy except Joseph, who has a cold but is recovering. Glad to hear she is all well. Heard about the note from Armstrong; thought Betsey was going to let her have some money. Advises her that if Betsey will not let her have any money, she should talk to Jerome and see if he will give her some money to pay Armstrong with. Will hopefully receive some pay soon that he can send up to cover whatever money is owed. Asks if the creditors will wait for him to get paid so he can cover the debt. If she pays him $30, maybe he will wait until fall to be paid the…

GLC09273.18

January 12, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Letter is printed on U. S. Christian Commission stationery. All are well and hope the same is true of her and Oscar. His health is "the best that it has been since I was shot." Received his fourteenth letter from her the night before. Urges her to look out for herself. Glad that she got that money to pay off the creditors. Once he gets paid, he will send his salary home so that she can pay whomever needs the money and still have some left over for herself. He can pay the rest once he returns home in the fall. Discussed the financial situation with Fayette. Asks her to tell Jane that he thinks…

GLC09273.20

January 13, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Leg is "almost well." Received two letters from her the night before. Glad she got most of the wood drawn. Weather is warm and nice. Has been cooking most of the day. Does not have time to write much. Soldiers went looking for some boats today that were carrying supplies. "We don't get many papers here." Glad she did not buy anything from Betsey. Wants to know how much money is left, and tells her to save as much of that money as possible. Tells her to feed the cows some meal before they come in "so that they will be a-gaining when they come in." It is very important to keep the cows well-fed…

GLC09273.21

January 18, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

All are healthy. Fayette "is the fattest that I ever saw him and his health is tip top." Joseph is healthy, and John "grunts some but I guess he always will." Has heard from a letter that Fayette received that [Serrisey] is staying with her friend [Prudy], but he does not want her coming over to his house because she "[is not] fit to be in a hog pen." It is very cold at camp, and the ground has almost frozen. Has heard that he will not be paid until the first of March. Until then, she will have to do "the best you can." "There is a great many men down here that are making bets that the war…

GLC09273.22

January 24, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

All are in "tip top health" and hopes she is too. Weather is clear but cool. Has been cooking beef all day. Is "the fattest I have been since we have been married." All the men can eat "like pigs." Does not think he will have to fight much once fighting starts, because his regiment is in the reserve corps. Leg had almost healed when it "began to swell up on my knee and got very sore." The doctor put "some stuff" on it, and it is getting better. Can still walk very well. His work is not too hard. Does not think any of his friends will get hurt fighting. Stopped writing for the night, and…

GLC09273.23

February 3, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

All are healthy; hopes the same is true back home. Leg is improving. Received another letter from her this morning. Weather is "quite cold," especially at night. Hopes the war will be over before spring so that he will not face any extensive fighting. Thinks that leaders are working to end the war, and "it is very still along the line." Thinks Leonard and Betsey made her a very nice present. She should buy what she needs to live on and not much else, because he will not be paid until the middle of March. She should also be sure to give enough slop to the heifer, but she should also be sure…

GLC09273.24

February 12, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

All are well and in good spirits; hopes the same is true for her and Oscar. Company left camp last Sunday and went "to the left." He and Joseph did not go with the company along with eight others. If they do not return in a few days, they will leave camp and meet them. Some came back last night to get some things they had kept in their tents. "They said it was about 8 miles from here where they were." Had felt sick earlier and decided to take some pills, but feels better now. Very cold today. Received two letters from her. Sorry to hear she had to go down to the switch in the snow to get…

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