February 17, 1863

Cook, Gustave, 1835-1897

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eliza Cook

Discusses the incredibly cold weather and has frostbite on both feet and one finger. Mentions a paralysis (seizure?) in his arms, spine and "brain which left me senseless and speechless for about 24 hours. They all thought you'd be a young widow…" Lists all the letters he finally received from as far back as December. He is interested in what the family does for fun while he is gone and hopes they do not sit around sulking. He is glad his wife's finger is healed so she can pick up in writing letters. He writes, "My dearest wife it is one of the greatest pleasures and most easily…

GLC02570.39

February 16, 1862

Williams, George M., fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his wife

He describes how he saluted to the (day) light in a prayer of gratitude for living to see another night and that his wife would be "watched tenderly" in his absence. He says he witnessed the impressive funeral of O.J. Wise, who was killed on Roanoke Island, points out that it did the dead man no good. He hopes that he will be able to arrange for her to visit, and asks her to write as soon as she is well enough. Transcript available.

GLC06582.04

February 27, 1788

Faesch, John Jacob, 1729-1799

Letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox, "It is with the most poignant grief I inform you of the departure of my dear partner, who after a severe illness of near four weeks took her leave of this scene of trouble on Saturday the 23d Instant..."

GLC02437.03808

February 7, 1865

Maury, William Lewis, 1813-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nan [Maury]

Year inferred from content. Mentions the peace conference between Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens, President Lincoln and General U. S. Grant. "I hope that it [the outcome of the conference] will have the effect to unite our people & convince the faint hearted that the only road to peace is a vigorous prosecution of the war." Discusses the health and bereavements of friends in Richmond. His comments on the bereavement of Mrs. Sinclair on the loss of her husband may be a reference to the death of Confederate States Navy Commander Arthur Sinclair when his blockade runner sank…

GLC04572.25

February 17, 1865

Maury, William Lewis, 1813-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nan [Maury]

Maury tried to get leave to go home to comfort his wife and help take care of their son, who has diphtheria, but was appointed to a court martial. When the trial is over he will try to come home. Writes, "the returned prisoners are coming in pretty fast, those from Pt. Lookout are the first to arrive...." Year inferred.

GLC04572.28

February 27, 1865

Maury, William Lewis, 1813-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nan [Maury]

Comments that Mrs. Sinclair (widow of Confederate States Navy commander Arthur Sinclair) bears the loss of her husband well. Reports that a black woman who frequently stayed in Baltimore set fire to the house of her mistress, the wife of Confederate Admiral [Franklin] Buchanan. Discusses Buchanan's convalescence (Buchanan was wounded and taken prisoner at the Battle of Mobile Bay in August 1864. He was exchanged the month this letter was written). Presumes the woman's friends put her up to the crime. Writes, "They seem to be expecting a fight soon on our right. Nothing positive from Sherman,…

GLC04572.32

February 6, 1864

Jones, Joseph, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy E. Jones

"It is not uncomen for me to weep over my deer little family."

GLC02739.098

February 16, 1861

Maitland, J.G., fl. 1837-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to J.M. Maitland

Letter to cousin includes a description of an excerpt describing their father's history from "Mrs. Carlisle & Family." Writes that J.M. is probably better posted about "National affairs" than he is, and there isn't any new news to report besides engagements. There is a small hole through the middle of the page causing minor text loss.

GLC03523.10.030

February 17, 1884

Leah, fl. 1883-1884

Autograph letter

Title: to My Dear Cousin

Letter addressed "My Dear Cousin." Complains about the infrequency of her letters. Expresses sorrow for her poor health and scolds her not "...to undertake to get up dinners at your time of life...let the younger ones get up the dinners...you have done your share at that..." Comments on aging and the loss of their husbands. Reflects on the end of life and hopes it will be peaceful. Based on the context of the letter, it appears to have been sent to Ann Maitland. Letter is signed Leah.

GLC03523.10.196

1861-1919

Photograph

Title: [Military camp]

GLC03523.45.01

1861-1919

Photograph

Title: [Frederick W. Simonds?]

GLC03523.45.02.01

20 July 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He talks of grave matters like life insurance and of buying her a burial lot and coffin. The French battle ships are there now. He is reading up on Spanish history. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.079

3 October 1864

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He tries to figure out when would be the most ideal time for him to come home. She has been making baby blankets for others and he praises her as a benefactor.

GLC08284.084

21 August 1864

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He gives advice on how to deal with their son who has most likely been spoiled by her parents. He refers to Lotty Peck.

GLC08284.086

12 December 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He attended a reception of Queen Isabella. He then tells the story of a Mrs. Mallard the wife of a Master Mallard of the ship. He wanted her to go home with him so he smuggled her into his room, but the officers eventually found out. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.088

2 December 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

They are now bound for home. He mentions a few officers from the other vessels whose company he has greatly enjoyed. He advises her to discipline their son. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.090

20 November 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

The only attraction he notes is Italian opera. The Portuguese are obsessed with Faust. It is also the only cheap thing to do and the only thing he does frequently. He advises her on how to steer Jimmy clear of bad companions. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.092

21 September 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

They may get to Boston later than he originally said. He thinks it would be better for her to live at home than travel around europe because it would be much more expensive. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.096

7 September 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He tells her it is her business to stay home and take care of her baby. He suspects they may have ordered the ship home because their intention is to send the ship to the East Indies. He also tells her to spend the winter with Annie and David. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.097

January 20, 1864

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to my darling wife

He is worried about Jimmy's weak limbs and advises his wife on how to deal with it. He explored Morris Island.

GLC08284.101

26 September 1864

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to my darling wife

He has been sick with a headache and has been vomiting. He talks at length about disciplining Jimmy and how to deal with her parents who have other ideas on how to raise him.

GLC08284.102

22 September 1864

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to my darling wife

He spends a great deal of time praising his wife for the majority of the letter.

GLC08284.103

1861-1877

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Angel Darling (wife)

He regrets that he could not be with her during their boy's most important years of growth. He is glad she got a reliable stove though it is a poor subsitute for a husband.

GLC08284.106

1861-1877

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Darling Lovely Little Wife

Another letter of praise for his wife. He wishes he were there with her and imagines her sitting on his lap. He says she has a way with words that he does not.

GLC08284.107

1861-1877

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to my darling little Angel (wife)

He can't stand the thought of her needing him especially as he needs her. He is so isolated and kept apart from his wife and child. He asks her to write about herself more than anyone else.

GLC08284.109